Serving 36 students in grades 10-12, Del Mar High School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39%
- Attendance Zone: Del Mar High's attendance zone encompasses the entire San Gabriel school district, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Mar High School's student population of 36 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Second Chances Happen
School Rankings
The diversity score of Del Mar High School is 0.49, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Mar High School?
The graduation rate of Del Mar High School is 80%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Del Mar High School?
36 students attend Del Mar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Del Mar High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 3% 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 9:1, 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 10-12
What school district is Del Mar High School part of?
Del Mar High School is part of San Gabriel Unified School District.
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