Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Cerro Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Cerro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Del Cerro Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Ride the WAVE and be the champion of your own success
School Rankings
Del Cerro Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Cerro Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1631 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
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 Del Cerro Elementary School's ranking?
Del Cerro Elementary School is ranked #1631 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Cerro Elementary School often compared to?
Del Cerro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like De Portola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Cerro Elementary School?
381 students attend Del Cerro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Del Cerro Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Cerro Elementary School?
Del Cerro Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Cerro Elementary School offer ?
Del Cerro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Cerro Elementary School part of?
Del Cerro Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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