Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Torrey Hills 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 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Torrey Hills 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
Torrey Hills's student population of 389 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Torrey Hills 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 Torrey Hills is 0.65, 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
#317 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Del Mar Union Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrey Hills's ranking?
Torrey Hills is ranked #317 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Torrey Hills often compared to?
Torrey Hillsis 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?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Torrey Hills?
389 students attend Torrey Hills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Torrey Hills students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Torrey Hills?
Torrey Hills has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
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.
In what neighborhood is Torrey Hills located?
Torrey Hills is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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