Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High operates 8 schools. Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 12,615 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,624/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Top 10% in CA |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High (this district) | 10/10 | 95th | 12,615 |
| Carlsbad Unified School District | 10/10 | 92nd | 10,981 |
| Encinitas Union Elementary School District | 10/10 | 93rd | 4,648 |
| Grossmont Union High School District | 6/10 | 56th | 16,738 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 95th percentile → 10/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High
Families in zip code 92014 (Del Mar, California) are assigned to Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High spent $12,624 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 20% below California’s statewide $15,700 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High is a mid-sized district with 8 schools serving students from Pre-K–12th. The district enrolls approximately 12,615 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High 10 out of 10 — top-tier among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in California on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 92014 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 92014
Children in zip code 92014 are assigned to Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92014, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Del Mar
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High serves zip code 92014, homes in and around zip code 92014 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 92014.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Del Mar Union School District / San Dieguito Union High before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92014 data.