Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Rey Woods 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Rey Woods Elementary serves the southwest part of Seaside, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Rey Woods Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We’re better together.
School Rankings
Del Rey Woods 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 Rey Woods Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#7240 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Rey Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Del Rey Woods Elementary School is ranked #7240 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Rey Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Del Rey Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monte Vista, Bay View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Rey Woods Elementary School?
390 students attend Del Rey Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Del Rey Woods Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Rey Woods Elementary School?
Del Rey Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Rey Woods Elementary School offer ?
Del Rey Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Rey Woods Elementary School part of?
Del Rey Woods Elementary School is part of Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
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