Serving 2,066 students in grades 9-12, Murrieta Mesa High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murrieta Mesa High serves the northeast part of Murrieta, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murrieta Mesa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Murrieta Mesa High School's student population of 2,066 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,066 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murrieta Mesa High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murrieta Mesa High School is 0.68, 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
#2344 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
46%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
31%
20%
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Two or more races
10%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-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 Mesa High School's ranking?
Murrieta Mesa High School is ranked #2344 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murrieta Mesa High School often compared to?
Murrieta Mesa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murrieta Valley High School, Vista Murrieta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Murrieta Mesa High School?
The graduation rate of Murrieta Mesa High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Murrieta Mesa High School?
2,066 students attend Murrieta Mesa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Murrieta Mesa High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murrieta Mesa High School?
Murrieta Mesa High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murrieta Mesa High School offer ?
Murrieta Mesa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Murrieta Mesa High School part of?
Murrieta Mesa High School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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