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Del Mar Heights Elementary

Del Mar Union Elementary · San Diego County · 13555 Boquita Drive, Del Mar, CA 92014-3453

(858) 755-9367 · www.dmusd.org/heights

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10/10
#234
Rank 234 out of 5,722
Top 4%
English Language Arts10/10 · #210 · 96th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #301 · 95th percentile
Science10/10 · #246 · 96th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the coastal bluffs of Del Mar, this K-6 school sits in one of San Diego County's most sought-after neighborhoods, where beach town charm meets serious academic culture. Del Mar Heights consistently performs at the top of the state, making it a natural draw for families who want strong fundamentals in English, math, and science without leaving the laid-back coastal lifestyle behind. If you're raising kids in a neighborhood where people jog to the beach before school and still care deeply about rigorous academics, this school fits right in.

Student Demographics

179 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
111 (62%)
Asian
26 (15%)
Hispanic
20 (11%)
Multiple Races
15 (8%)
Other
7 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners14 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged19 (11%)
Students with Disabilities29 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

293
Enrollment
16.5
Teachers (FTE)
17.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
16.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #2040 · 66th percentile

126 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found