Serving 562 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmel Del Mar Elementary serves the west part of San Diego, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to the farthest boundary.
- 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 562 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Del Mar Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#80 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
43%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Del Mar Elementary School's ranking?
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 9,523 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?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
562 students attend Carmel Del Mar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Carmel Del Mar Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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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