Serving 1,927 students in grades 9-12, Elsinore High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elsinore High serves the southeast part of Wildomar, CA, covering an area of approximately 33.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Elsinore High School's student population of 1,927 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,927 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
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Year Founded
1891
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elsinore High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elsinore High School is 0.51, 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
#4004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
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Hispanic
67%
56%
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Black
5%
5%
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White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
93%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elsinore High School's ranking?
Elsinore High School is ranked #4004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elsinore High School often compared to?
Elsinore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temescal Canyon High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elsinore High School?
The graduation rate of Elsinore High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Elsinore High School?
1,927 students attend Elsinore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Elsinore High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elsinore High School?
Elsinore High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elsinore High School offer ?
Elsinore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elsinore High School part of?
Elsinore High School is part of Lake Elsinore Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Good academic programs as long as you take advantage of them, many extracurricular activities available. The football team won the CIF football championship last year. Overall great school!
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