Excellent
#70 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Solana Ranch Elementary
Elementary School · Solana Beach Elementary
13605 Pacific Highlands Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA 92130
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#70 of 9,539
In San Diego
#2 of 288
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Solana Beach Elementary
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Solana Ranch Elementary
Solana Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Solana Beach Elementary. Solana Ranch Elementary serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Solana Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Solana Ranch Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Solana Ranch Elementary runs 24.4:1 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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Solana Ranch Elementary — Students at Solana Ranch Elementary score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 9.6/10.
How Solana Ranch Elementary Compares
See how Solana Ranch Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13605 Pacific Highlands Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA 92130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solana Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific Sky (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Carmel Creek Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Solana Santa Fe Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Rancho Santa Fe), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amazing Grace online School San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| Canyon Crest Academy Encinitas | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Pacific Trails Middle Encinitas | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Sycamore Ridge San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Pacific Sky San Diego | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Diegueno Country School Rancho Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | — |
| DIEGUENO COUNTRY SCHOOL Rancho Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HORIZON PREP Rancho Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Solana Santa Fe Elementary Rancho Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| THE NATIVITY SCHOOL Rancho Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| High Bluff Academy Rancho Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | — |
| HIGH BLUFF ACADEMY Rancho Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Torrey Pines High Encinitas | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| CAL COAST ACADEMY San Diego | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY San Diego | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Del Mar Pines School San Diego | 2.2 mi | — |
| DEL MAR PINES SCHOOL San Diego | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
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 Solana Ranch Elementary
What grades does Solana Ranch Elementary serve?
Solana Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Solana Ranch Elementary?
Solana Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solana Ranch Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Solana Ranch Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Solana Ranch Elementary rank in CA?
Solana Ranch Elementary ranks #70 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Solana Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Solana Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Solana Ranch Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Solana Ranch Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Solana Ranch Elementary a charter school?
No, Solana Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Solana Ranch Elementary a Title I school?
No, Solana Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Solana Ranch Elementary?
8.8% of students at Solana Ranch 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
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (858) 350-6600
Resources & Links
District
Solana Beach Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,730
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,356
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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