Serving 1,442 students in grades 6-8, Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School's student population of 1,442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dorothy Mcelhinney 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 Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School is 0.72, 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
#2251 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School's ranking?
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School is ranked #2251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School often compared to?
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warm Springs Middle School, Bella Vista Middle School, Thompson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School?
1,442 students attend Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School?
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School offer ?
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School part of?
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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