Serving 2,104 students in grades 9-12, Murrieta Valley 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 58% 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: 2,104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Murrieta Valley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Murrieta school district, covering approximately 149.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 16.7 miles at its furthest points.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murrieta Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Murrieta Valley High School's student population of 2,104 students has declined by 8% 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
2,104 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murrieta Valley 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 Valley High 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
#2199 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
School Mascot
Ned The Nighthawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murrieta Valley High School's ranking?
Murrieta Valley High School is ranked #2199 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murrieta Valley High School often compared to?
Murrieta Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murrieta Mesa High School, Vista Murrieta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murrieta Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Murrieta Valley High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Murrieta Valley High School?
2,104 students attend Murrieta Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Murrieta Valley High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murrieta Valley High School?
Murrieta Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murrieta Valley High School offer ?
Murrieta Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Murrieta Valley High School part of?
Murrieta Valley High School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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