Serving 410 students in grades 6-8, Del Mar Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Mar Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Del Mar Middle School's student population of 410 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Del Mar Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Mar Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
78%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Mar Middle School's ranking?
Del Mar Middle School is ranked #104 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Mar Middle School often compared to?
Del Mar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Mar Middle School?
410 students attend Del Mar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Del Mar Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Mar Middle School?
Del Mar Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Mar Middle School offer ?
Del Mar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Del Mar Middle School part of?
Del Mar Middle School is part of Reed Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
View the Del Mar Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Reed School Open House
May 03, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School/Minimum Day
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 22, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
1 3/25/2020
Most of the students here and rich ungrateful kids who use daddy's money to buy them whatever they want.
5 8/20/2012
This school provides free technology to the kids. This year, thie kids with be able to have their own 13 inch mac book airs. Also, the teachers and kids are super nice. Overall, this is a great school.
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