Serving 946 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 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Del Sur Elementary School's student population of 946 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Sur Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Sur Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#104 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Sur Elementary School's ranking?
Del Sur Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 9,602 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
946 students attend Del Sur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Del Sur Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% 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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