Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Paso Heights Elementary 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 25% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Paso Heights Elementary serves the southwest part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Paso Heights Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Paso Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Paso Heights Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#7385 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dragon Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Paso Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School is ranked #7385 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Paso Heights Elementary School?
477 students attend Del Paso Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Del Paso Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Paso Heights Elementary School?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Paso Heights Elementary School offer ?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Paso Heights Elementary School part of?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Paso Heights Elementary School located?
Del Paso Heights Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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