For the 2024 school year, there are 26 public schools serving 25,999 students in Murrieta, CA (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,194 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Murrieta, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Murrieta, CA are Alamos Elementary School, Cole Canyon Elementary School and Tovashal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Murrieta, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Murrieta have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Murrieta, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alamos Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38200 Pacific Park Dr.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6760
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6760
Grades: K-5
| 852 students
Rank: #22.
Cole Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23750 Via Alisol
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1421
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1421
Grades: K-5
| 1,033 students
Rank: #33.
Tovashal Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23801 St. Raphael Dr.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1411
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1411
Grades: K-5
| 713 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Murrieta Valley High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
42200 Nighthawk Way
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1408
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1408
Grades: 9-12
| 2,295 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Vista Murrieta High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
28251 Clinton Keith Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5750
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5750
Grades: 9-12
| 3,665 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Alta Murrieta Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
39475 Whitewood Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1403
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1403
Grades: K-5
| 814 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Antelope Hills Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
36105 Murrieta Oaks Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 445-4110
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 445-4110
Grades: K-5
| 741 students
Rank: #88.
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35125 Briggs Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1885
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1885
Grades: 6-8
| 1,316 students
Rank: #99.
Bella Vista Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31650 Browning St.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Grades: 6-8
| 1,365 students
Rank: #1010.
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35185 Briggs Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1880
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1880
Grades: K-5
| 939 students
Rank: #1111.
Warm Springs Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
39245 Calle De Fortuna
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-3503
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-3503
Grades: 6-8
| 847 students
Rank: #1212.
Thompson Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24040 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1410
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1410
Grades: 6-8
| 1,533 students
Rank: #1313.
Murrieta Mesa High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24801 Monroe Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 677-0568
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 677-0568
Grades: 9-12
| 2,291 students
Rank: #1414.
Shivela Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24515 Lincoln Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1406
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1406
Grades: 6-8
| 1,309 students
Rank: #1515.
E. Hale Curran Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40855 Chaco Canyon Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1405
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1405
Grades: K-5
| 615 students
Rank: #1616.
Rail Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25030 Via Santee Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1404
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1404
Grades: K-5
| 637 students
Rank: #1717.
Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40121 Torrey Pines Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1428
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1428
Grades: K-5
| 817 students
Rank: #1818.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37420 Via Mira Mosa
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5085
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5085
Grades: K-5
| 776 students
Rank: #1919.
Murrieta Canyon Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Grades: K-12
| 632 students
Rank: #2020.
Murrieta Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24725 Adams Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1401
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1401
Grades: K-5
| 912 students
Rank: #2121.
Oak Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
28600 Poinsettia St.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 246-4210
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 246-4210
Grades: K-5
| 815 students
Rank: #2222.
Avaxat Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24300 Rancho Las Brisas Dr.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1402
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1402
Grades: K-5
| 705 students
Rank: #2323.
Method Schools La
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
24620 Jefferson Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 461-4620
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 461-4620
Grades: K-12
| 201 students
Rank: #2424.
Leadership Military Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13730 Perris Blvd.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 421-8450
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 421-8450
Grades: 9-12
| 176 students
Rank: n/an/a
Murrieta Options
Alternative School
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1600
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
41870 Mcalby Ct.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1600
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1600
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Murrieta, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Creekside High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1409
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1409
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students
Leadership Military Academy - Indio (Closed 2021)
Charter School
44-801 Golf Center Pkwy.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(760) 501-7840
Murrieta, CA 92562
(760) 501-7840
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Murrieta, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Murrieta, CA include Alamos Elementary School, Cole Canyon Elementary School and Tovashal Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Murrieta, CA?
26 public schools are located in Murrieta, CA.
What percentage of students in Murrieta, CA go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Murrieta, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Murrieta, CA?
Murrieta, CA public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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