Serving 1,038 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cole Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,038 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cole Canyon Elementary serves the west part of Murrieta, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 91.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cole Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cole Canyon Elementary School's student population of 1,038 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,038 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cole Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cole Canyon Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1190 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cole Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Cole Canyon Elementary School is ranked #1190 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cole Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Cole Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antelope Hills Elementary School, E. Hale Curran Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cole Canyon Elementary School?
1,038 students attend Cole Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cole Canyon Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cole Canyon Elementary School?
Cole Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cole Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Cole Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cole Canyon Elementary School part of?
Cole Canyon Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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