The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Math Proficiency: 78%
- Reading Proficiency: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
549 students

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1

American Indian
(19-20)n/a
1%
Asian
(19-20)42%
12%

Hispanic
(19-20)13%
55%

Black
(19-20)1%
5%

White
(19-20)37%
23%

Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)7%
4%


Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
6%
52%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Torrey Hills?
549 students attend Torrey Hills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Torrey Hills students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Torrey Hills offer ?
Torrey Hills offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Torrey Hills part of?
Torrey Hills is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
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