Serving 788 students in grades 6-8, Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences serves the southwest part of Escondido, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences's student population of 788 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences is 0.24, 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
#6581 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences's ranking?
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences is ranked #6581 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences often compared to?
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Valley Middle School, Classical Academy, Rincon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
788 students attend Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences offer ?
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences part of?
Del Dios Academy Of Arts And Sciences is part of Escondido Union School District.
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