Serving 757 students in grades 9-12, Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science's student population of 757 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science is 0.50, which is less 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
#2919 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science's ranking?
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science is ranked #2919 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science often compared to?
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Classical Academy High School, San Pasqual High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science?
The graduation rate of Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science?
757 students attend Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science?
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science offer ?
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science part of?
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science is part of Escondido Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science located?
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science is located in the Felicita neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Felicita.
School Reviews
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