Serving 891 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Sur 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 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 58% 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: 891 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Sur Elementary serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Sur 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 Sur Elementary School's student population of 891 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
891 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Del Sur will be a progressive school dedicated to providing high levels of rigorous learning for all students while being focused on their academic and social emotional development.
School Rankings
Del Sur 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 Sur Elementary 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
#147 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)13.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Sur Elementary School's ranking?
Del Sur Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Sur Elementary School often compared to?
Del Sur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Design 39 Campus, Monterey Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Sur Elementary School?
891 students attend Del Sur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Del Sur Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 11% 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 Sur Elementary School?
Del Sur Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Sur Elementary School offer ?
Del Sur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Del Sur Elementary School part of?
Del Sur Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Sur Elementary School located?
Del Sur Elementary School is located in the Black Mountain Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Black Mountain Ranch.
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