Serving 359 students in grades 6-8, Del Mar Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Mar Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Belvedere Tiburon, CA, encompassing approximately 17.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Mar Middle 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
Del Mar Middle School's student population of 359 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Mar Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Mar Middle 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
70%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
9%
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 Del Mar Middle School's ranking?
Del Mar Middle School is ranked #303 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Mar Middle School often compared to?
Del Mar Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall Middle School, Mill Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Mar Middle School?
359 students attend Del Mar Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Del Mar Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Mar Middle School?
Del Mar Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Mar Middle School offer ?
Del Mar Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Del Mar Middle School part of?
Del Mar Middle School is part of Reed Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school provides free technology to the kids. This year, thie kids with be able to have their own 13 inch mac book airs. Also, the teachers and kids are super nice. Overall, this is a great school.
1 10/10/2025
Most of the students here and rich ungrateful kids who use daddy's money to buy them whatever they want.
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