Excellent
#1606 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Del Sur Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
15665 Paseo Del Sur, San Diego, CA 92127
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,606 of 9,539
In San Diego
#90 of 288
public schools
In district
#16 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Del Sur Elementary
Del Sur Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Del Sur Elementary serves approximately 946 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Sur Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,606 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Del Sur Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Del Sur Elementary runs 24.3:1 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 Sur Elementary — Students at Del Sur Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.1/10.
How Del Sur Elementary Compares
See how Del Sur Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15665 Paseo Del Sur, San Diego, CA 92127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del Sur Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Design 39 Campus (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Design 39 Campus San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Del Norte High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Stone Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Monterey Ridge Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 2.3 mi | — |
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Amazing Grace Christian School San Diego | 2.2 mi | — |
| Praxis Elite Sports Academy San Diego | 2.4 mi | — |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 3.5 mi | — |
| Poway to Palomar Middle College High San Diego | 3.0 mi | — |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Westview High San Diego | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Westwood Elementary San Diego | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,220
Median Home Value
$1,165,100
Median Rent
$2,642/mo
Population
50,711
College Educated
72.4%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
38.6
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|---|---|
| Brightwood Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.0 |
| Bullard Talent Fresno, CA | 8.0 |
| Clifford Elementary Redwood City, CA | 8.0 |
| Don Juan Avila Elementary Aliso Viejo, CA | 8.0 |
| Dr. Douglas K. Fletcher Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 8.0 |
| Dr. Jonas E. Salk Anaheim, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del Sur Elementary
What grades does Del Sur Elementary serve?
Del Sur Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Del Sur Elementary?
Del Sur Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 946 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Sur Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Del Sur Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del Sur Elementary rank in CA?
Del Sur Elementary ranks #1,606 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Del Sur Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Del Sur Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Sur Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Sur Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Del Sur Elementary a charter school?
No, Del Sur Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del Sur Elementary a Title I school?
No, Del Sur Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Sur Elementary?
9.8% of students at Del Sur 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 946
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (858) 674-6200
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #16 of 38
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