Serving 1,282 students in grades 6-8, Shivela Middle 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shivela Middle serves the northeast part of Murrieta, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shivela Middle School's student population of 1,282 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shivela Middle 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 Shivela Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shivela Middle School's ranking?
Shivela Middle School is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shivela Middle School often compared to?
Shivela Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson Middle 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shivela Middle School?
1,282 students attend Shivela Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shivela Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shivela Middle School?
Shivela Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shivela Middle School offer ?
Shivela Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Shivela Middle School part of?
Shivela Middle School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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