Below Average
#8520 of 9,539 schools in CA
Del Paso Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Twin Rivers Unified
590 Morey Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,520 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#157 of 198
public schools
In district
#38 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
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Del Paso Heights Elementary
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About Del Paso Heights Elementary
Del Paso Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Del Paso Heights Elementary serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Paso Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,520 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Del Paso Heights Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Del Paso Heights Elementary runs 24.7:1 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.
45% of students at Del Paso Heights Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Del Paso Heights Elementary — Students at Del Paso Heights Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Del Paso Heights Elementary Compares
See how Del Paso Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
590 Morey Ave., Sacramento, CA 95838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Paso Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Hope Charter (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor Street Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Taylor Street Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| New Hope Charter Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Las Palmas Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 0.9 mi | — |
| Keema School for Independent Study Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Futures High Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Higher Learning Academy Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| 6900 WEST 4TH STREET Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Norwood Junior High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,969
Median Home Value
$369,000
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
40,295
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Paso Heights Elementary
What grades does Del Paso Heights Elementary serve?
Del Paso Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Del Paso Heights Elementary?
Del Paso Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Paso Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Paso Heights Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Paso Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Del Paso Heights Elementary ranks #8,520 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Del Paso Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Paso Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Paso Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Paso Heights Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Del Paso Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Del Paso Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Paso Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Del Paso Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Paso Heights Elementary?
92.5% of students at Del Paso Heights 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.4%
- Phone
- (916) 566-3425
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #38 of 43
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