Serving 903 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Murrieta Elementary 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Murrieta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alta Murrieta Elementary School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
903 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Murrieta Elementary 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 Alta Murrieta Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2169 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Alta Murrieta Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Murrieta Elementary School is ranked #2169 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Murrieta Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Murrieta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vintage Hills Elementary School, Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Murrieta Elementary School?
903 students attend Alta Murrieta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Alta Murrieta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Murrieta Elementary School?
Alta Murrieta Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Murrieta Elementary School offer ?
Alta Murrieta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Murrieta Elementary School part of?
Alta Murrieta Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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