Serving 893 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murrieta Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murrieta Elementary serves the southeast part of Murrieta, CA, covering an area of approximately 56.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murrieta Elementary School's student population of 893 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
893 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murrieta Elementary 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 Murrieta Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#3795 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
33%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murrieta Elementary School's ranking?
Murrieta Elementary School is ranked #3795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murrieta Elementary School often compared to?
Murrieta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Springs Charter, Alamos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Murrieta Elementary School?
893 students attend Murrieta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Murrieta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murrieta Elementary School?
Murrieta Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murrieta Elementary School offer ?
Murrieta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murrieta Elementary School part of?
Murrieta Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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