Excellent
#202 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Del Mar Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Del Mar Union Elementary
14085 Mango Dr., Del Mar, CA 92014
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#202 of 9,539
In Del Mar
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Del Mar Union Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Del Mar Hills Elementary
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About Del Mar Hills Elementary
Del Mar Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Del Mar, CA, part of Del Mar Union Elementary. Del Mar Hills Elementary serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Mar Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Del Mar Hills Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Del Mar Hills Elementary runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Del Mar Hills Elementary — Students at Del Mar Hills Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Del Mar Hills Elementary Compares
See how Del Mar Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14085 Mango Dr., Del Mar, CA 92014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Mar Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carmel Del Mar Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. Another option is Del Mar Heights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ocean Air (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby San Diego), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Del Mar, see our Del Mar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Solana Highlands Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| The Uni of Liberty San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Solana Pacific Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Carmel Valley Middle Encinitas | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| WINSTON SCHOOL Del Mar | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| The Winston School of San Diego Del Mar | 1.0 mi | — |
| DEL MAR PINES SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Del Mar Pines School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Torrey Pines High Encinitas | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| CAL COAST ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SLB: SOLANA BEACH Solana Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| LePort Montessori Solana Beach Del Mar | 2.6 mi | — |
| LEPORT MONTESSORI Del Mar | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ocean Air San Diego | 2.5 mi | 9.2 |
| SANTA FE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Solana Beach | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$194,528
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,172/mo
Population
13,260
College Educated
83.5%
Homeownership
70.1%
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
53.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bixby Elementary Hacienda Heights, CA | 9.1 |
| Carl H. Sundahl Elementary Folsom, CA | 9.1 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.1 |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 9.1 |
| Foothill Elementary Saratoga, CA | 9.1 |
| Harvest Elementary Delano, CA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Mar Hills Elementary
What grades does Del Mar Hills Elementary serve?
Del Mar Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Del Mar Hills Elementary?
Del Mar Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Mar Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Mar Hills Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Mar Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Del Mar Hills Elementary ranks #202 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Del Mar Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Mar Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Del Mar Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Mar Hills Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Del Mar Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Del Mar Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Mar Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Del Mar Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Mar Hills Elementary?
6.4% of students at Del Mar Hills Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (858) 755-9763
Resources & Links
District
Del Mar Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,662
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,785
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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