Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carmel Del Mar Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Del Mar Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#54 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Del Mar Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmel Del Mar Elementary School often compared to?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Air, Carmel Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmel Del Mar Elementary School?
583 students attend Carmel Del Mar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Carmel Del Mar Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmel Del Mar Elementary School?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmel Del Mar Elementary School offer ?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carmel Del Mar Elementary School part of?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmel Del Mar Elementary School located?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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