Serving 1,029 students in grades 6-8, Temecula Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Temecula Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Temecula Middle School's student population of 1,029 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
At Temecula Middle School, we believe everyone can learn with P.R.I.D.E. (Participation Responsibility Integrity Determination Effort)
School Rankings
Temecula Middle 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 Temecula Middle 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
#2155 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temecula Middle School's ranking?
Temecula Middle School is ranked #2155 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Temecula Middle School often compared to?
Temecula Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margarita Middle School, Erle Stanley Gardner Middle School, Vail Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Temecula Middle School?
1,029 students attend Temecula Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Temecula Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Temecula Middle School?
Temecula Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Temecula Middle School offer ?
Temecula Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Temecula Middle School part of?
Temecula Middle School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.
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