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#531 of 1,787 private schools in CA
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Del Mar Pines School
Elementary School
3975 TORRINGTON ST, San Diego, CA 92130
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#531 of 1,787
In San Diego
#20 of 56
public schools
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Del Mar Pines School
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Del Mar Pines School
Del Mar Pines School is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Del Mar Pines School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Mar Pines School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 156 students, Del Mar Pines School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Del Mar Pines School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Del Mar Pines School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Del Mar Pines School compares to 240 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Del Mar Pines School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Solana Pacific Elementary | 9.0 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary | 9.1 |
| Solana Highlands Elementary | 8.7 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary | 8.4 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary | 9.3 |
| Sycamore Ridge | 7.6 |
| Ocean Air | 9.2 |
| Solana Ranch Elementary | 9.4 |
| Sage Canyon | 9.0 |
| Torrey Hills | 8.5 |
| Pacific Sky | 9.3 |
| Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego | 4.7 |
| Willow Grove Elementary | 8.0 |
| Park Village Elementary | 8.1 |
| Mesa Verde Middle | 7.7 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Sandburg Elementary | 8.3 |
| Challenger Middle | 8.0 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary | 9.0 |
| Hickman Elementary | 8.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3975 TORRINGTON ST, San Diego, CA 92130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Mar Pines School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Solana Ranch Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carmel Del Mar Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Del Mar Heights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Del Mar), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Pines School San Diego | 0.0 mi | — |
| Torrey Pines High Encinitas | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Solana Pacific Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| The Uni of Liberty San Diego | 0.6 mi | — |
| Carmel Valley Middle Encinitas | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Solana Highlands Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| CAL COAST ACADEMY San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Sycamore Ridge San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Ocean Air San Diego | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| WINSTON SCHOOL Del Mar | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| The Winston School of San Diego Del Mar | 2.1 mi | — |
| Solana Ranch Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| HIGH BLUFF ACADEMY Rancho Santa Fe | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$201,731
Median Home Value
$1,602,800
Median Rent
$3,289/mo
Population
59,768
College Educated
81.4%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Mar Pines School
What grades does Del Mar Pines School serve?
Del Mar Pines School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Del Mar Pines School?
Del Mar Pines School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Mar Pines School?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Mar Pines School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Del Mar Pines School rank in CA?
Del Mar Pines School ranks #531 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Del Mar Pines School's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Mar Pines School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Del Mar Pines School a private school?
Yes, Del Mar Pines School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Del Mar Pines School a religious school?
No, Del Mar Pines School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 156
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 481-5615
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