Solana Highlands Elementary

384 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Solana Highlands Elementary, located in the Del Mar area of San Diego, is a highly regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. Part of the well-respected Solana Beach School District, the campus is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, innovative instructional practices, and a supportive, inclusive learning environment. The school prioritizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous core academics with enrichment opportunities that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration among its diverse student body.

Beyond its academic reputation, Solana Highlands is defined by its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school benefits from a dedicated faculty and staff who focus on fostering both the intellectual and social-emotional growth of every child. With modern facilities and a commitment to integrating technology into the classroom, the school aims to prepare students to succeed in a rapidly evolving world, making it a highly sought-after destination for families residing in the 92130 area.

384

Total Students

18.0

Full-Time Teachers

21.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Solana Highlands Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	177
Hispanic	37
Black	2
Asian	111
Two or More	52
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

White
177 (46.1%)
Asian
111 (28.9%)
Two or More
52 (13.5%)
Hispanic
37 (9.6%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.8%)
Black
2 (0.5%)
American Indian
2 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Solana Beach Elementary
Phone:	(858)794-4300
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	384
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	29
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 53

Grade 1 62

Grade 2 73

Grade 3 77

Grade 4 39

Grade 5 48

Grade 6 32