For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 4,179 students in 92563, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92563, CA are Bella Vista Middle School, Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School and Warm Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92563 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92563, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92563, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bella Vista Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31650 Browning St.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,249 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 1,451 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Murrieta Canyon Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Gr: K-12 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Methodschools
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38750 Sky Canyon Dr., Ste B
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 461-4620
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 461-4620
Gr: K-12 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92563, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92563, CA include Bella Vista Middle School, Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School and Warm Springs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92563?
5 public middle schools are located in 92563.
What is the racial composition of students in 92563?
92563 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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