Temescal Canyon High School is a public high school part of the Lake Elsinore Unified School District. Though it is located in Lake Elsinore, California, it also serves the areas of Canyon Lake and Horsethief Canyon. The school was opened for the 1991–1992 school year, graduating its first class in 1994.
Serving 2,248 students in grades 9-12, Temescal Canyon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Temescal Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Temescal Canyon High School's student population of 2,248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Temescal Canyon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Temescal Canyon High School is 0.59, which is less 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
#4429 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temescal Canyon High School's ranking?
Temescal Canyon High School is ranked #4429 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Temescal Canyon High School often compared to?
Temescal Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School, Elsinore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Temescal Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Temescal Canyon High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Temescal Canyon High School?
2,248 students attend Temescal Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Temescal Canyon High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Temescal Canyon High School?
Temescal Canyon High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Temescal Canyon High School offer ?
Temescal Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Temescal Canyon High School part of?
Temescal Canyon High School is part of Lake Elsinore Unified School District.
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