Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Solana Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Solana Highlands Elementary School's student population of 342 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Solana Highlands Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥95%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Solana Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Solana Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Air by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Solana Highlands Elementary School?
342 students attend Solana Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Solana Highlands Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solana Highlands Elementary School?
Solana Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Solana Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Solana Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Solana Highlands Elementary School part of?
Solana Highlands Elementary School is part of Solana Beach Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Solana Highlands Elementary School located?
Solana Highlands Elementary School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Minimum Day Dismissal 12:02p
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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