Serving 3,665 students in grades 9-12, Vista Murrieta High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Murrieta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Murrieta High School's student population of 3,665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Vista Murrieta High School is 0.73, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)74%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Vista Murrieta High School often compared to?
Vista Murrieta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murrieta Mesa High School, Murrieta Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Murrieta High School?
The graduation rate of Vista Murrieta High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vista Murrieta High School?
3,665 students attend Vista Murrieta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Vista Murrieta High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Murrieta High School?
Vista Murrieta High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Murrieta High School offer ?
Vista Murrieta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Vista Murrieta High School part of?
Vista Murrieta High School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 02, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 03, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
April 05, 2024 (Friday)
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