Carmel Valley, located in San Diego, CA 92130, is served by several highly-rated elementary schools that fall within the Del Mar Union School District and Solana Beach School District.
Here’s an overview of the elementary school serving the Carmel Valley area:
Elementary
1. Ashley Falls Elementary
13030 Ashley Falls Dr., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 259-7812
2. Carmel Creek Elementary
4210 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 794-4400
3. Carmel Del Mar Elementary
12345 Carmel Park Dr., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-6789
4. Del Mar Pines*
3975 Torrington St., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-5615
5. Notre Dame Academy*
4345 Del Mar Trails Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 509-2300
6. Ocean Air Elementary
11444 Canter Heights Dr., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-4040
7. Solana Pacific Elementary
3901 Townsgate Dr., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 794-4500
8. Solana Ranch Elementary
13605 Pacific Highland Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 350-6600
9. Torrey Hills Elementary
10830 Calle Mar De Mariposa, San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-4266
10. Sage Canyon Elementary
5290 Harvest Run Dr., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-7844
11. San Diego Jewish Academy*
11860 Carmel Creek Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 704-3700
12. Solana Highlands Elementary
3520 Long Run Dr., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 794-4300
13. Sycamore Ridge Elementary
5333 Old Carmel Valley Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 755-1060
1. Carmel Valley Middle School
3800 Mykonos Ln., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-8221
2. Notre Dame Academy*
4345 Del Mar Trails Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 509-2300
3. Pacific Trails Middle School
5951 Village Center Loop Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 509-1000
4. San Diego Jewish Academy*
11860 Carmel Creek Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 704-3700
1. Canyon Crest Academy
5951 Village Center Loop Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 350-0253
2. Cathedral Catholic*
5555 Del Mar Heights Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
3. High Bluff Academy*
5531 Cancha de Golf, Suite 202, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
(858) 509-9101
4. San Diego Jewish Academy*
11860 Carmel Creek Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 704-3700
5. Torrey Pines High School
3710 Del Mar Heights Rd., San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 755-0120
Carmel Valley Schools
In Carmel Valley, San Diego (ZIP code 92130), there are three school districts serving students:
Carmel Valley in San Diego, CA 92130, is served by the San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD), which is known for its high-performing schools and comprehensive educational programs.
Here’s a brief overview of the high school and middle schools serving the Carmel Valley area:
Middle School | High School
Resources
GreatSchools.org and U.S. News & World Report provide a wealth of information on the various elementary, middle, and high schools in Carmel Valley and throughout the country.
Del Mar Union School District
(K-6)
Del Mar Union School District (DMUSD) is one of the premier elementary school districts in the nation, known for superb academic performance, highly skilled teachers, and a strong community. 3,636 students and 571 staff (2023-2024). DMUSD is ranked as a top performance district in the state of California, 1 of 8 school districts with a AAA Moody's Rating, 3 Golden Bell Awards, 3 National Blue Ribbon Schools, and 8 California Distinguished Schools.
Solana Beach School District
(K-6)
Solana Beach School District (SBSD) is another premier elementary school district, with a long tradition of rigorous academics, coupled with innovative and experiential learning opportunities and social-emotional supports designed to maximize learning for each student. 2,725 students (2023-2024). SBSD boundaries include parts of north coast of San Diego, serving communities in the City of Solana Beach, Fairbanks Ranch, Rancho Santa Fe, and portions of Carmel Valley and Pacific Highlands Ranch.
San Dieguito Union
High School District (7-12)
San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD) serves students from five elementary school districts in North County: Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe, Cardiff, Solana Beach, and Del Mar. Students from those districts matriculate through our middle schools and high schools, with the exception of those from the Rancho Santa Fe School District, who begin here as freshmen.
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