Serving 603 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rail Ranch 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 76% 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: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rail Ranch Elementary serves the northeast part of Murrieta, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rail Ranch Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rail Ranch 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 Rail Ranch Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#3446 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
51%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
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)32.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Rail Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Rail Ranch Elementary School is ranked #3446 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rail Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Rail Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avaxat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rail Ranch Elementary School?
603 students attend Rail Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rail Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rail Ranch Elementary School?
Rail Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rail Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Rail Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rail Ranch Elementary School part of?
Rail Ranch Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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