Serving 2,557 students in grades 9-12, Del Norte High 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 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Norte High serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Norte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Del Norte High School's student population of 2,557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,557 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Campus Size
62 acres
Average Class Size
30 students
School Motto
Home Court Advantage
School Rankings
Del Norte High 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 Norte High School is 0.67, 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
#288 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
44%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Forest Green, Vegas Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Norte High School's ranking?
Del Norte High School is ranked #288 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Norte High School often compared to?
Del Norte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview High School, Rancho Bernardo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Norte High School?
The graduation rate of Del Norte High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Del Norte High School?
2,557 students attend Del Norte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Del Norte High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Norte High School?
Del Norte High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Norte High School offer ?
Del Norte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Norte High School part of?
Del Norte High School is part of Poway Unified School District.
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