Serving 1,350 students in grades 9-12, Del Mar High School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Mar High serves the northern part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Mar High School's student population of 1,350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,350 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Del Mar High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Mar High School is 0.47, 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
#4185 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Mascot
Dons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Mar High School's ranking?
Del Mar High School is ranked #4185 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Mar High School often compared to?
Del Mar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Del Mar High School?
The graduation rate of Del Mar High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Del Mar High School?
1,350 students attend Del Mar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Del Mar High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Mar High School?
Del Mar High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Mar High School offer ?
Del Mar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Mar High School part of?
Del Mar High School is part of Campbell Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Mar High School located?
Del Mar High School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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