Del Norte High School is a public high school in San Diego, California. It primarily serves the communities of 4S Ranch and Del Sur. It is part of Poway Unified School District.
Serving 2,564 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 33%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Del Norte High School's student population of 2,564 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Forest Green, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Norte High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Norte High School is 0.68, 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
#276 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Norte High School's ranking?
Del Norte High School is ranked #276 out of 9,602 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 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 33% 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 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Del Norte High School?
2,564 students attend Del Norte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Del Norte High School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% 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 25:1, 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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