Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Solana Santa Fe 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 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Solana Santa Fe Elementary serves the eastern part of Rancho Santa Fe, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 11 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solana Santa Fe 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
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School's student population of 334 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Inspiring Wonder and Discovery in Learning and Life
School Rankings
Solana Santa Fe 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 Solana Santa Fe Elementary School is 0.69, 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 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solana Santa Fe Elementary School's ranking?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Solana Santa Fe Elementary School often compared to?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solana Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Solana Santa Fe Elementary School?
334 students attend Solana Santa Fe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Solana Santa Fe Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solana Santa Fe Elementary School?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Solana Santa Fe Elementary School offer ?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Solana Santa Fe Elementary School part of?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School is part of Solana Beach Elementary School District.
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