Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Rey Elementary 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 82% (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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Rey Elementary serves the southeastern part of Orinda, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Rey Elementary 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 Rey Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Rey Elementary 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 Rey Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#249 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
20%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Rey Elementary School's ranking?
Del Rey Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Rey Elementary School often compared to?
Del Rey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glorietta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% 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 Rey Elementary School?
435 students attend Del Rey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Del Rey Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Rey Elementary School?
Del Rey Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Rey Elementary School offer ?
Del Rey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Del Rey Elementary School part of?
Del Rey Elementary School is part of Orinda Union School District.
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