Below Average
#8035 of 9,539 schools in CA
Avaxat Elementary
Elementary School · Murrieta Valley Unified
24300 Rancho Las Brisas Dr., Murrieta, CA 92562
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,035 of 9,539
In Murrieta
#24 of 24
public schools
In district
#19 of 19
Murrieta Valley Unified
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Avaxat Elementary
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About Avaxat Elementary
Avaxat Elementary is a public elementary school in Murrieta, CA, part of Murrieta Valley Unified. Avaxat Elementary serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Avaxat Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,035 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Avaxat Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Avaxat Elementary runs 22:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Avaxat Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Avaxat Elementary — Students at Avaxat Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Avaxat Elementary Compares
See how Avaxat Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24300 Rancho Las Brisas Dr., Murrieta, CA 92562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Avaxat Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tovashal Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monte Vista Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alta Murrieta Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murrieta, see our Murrieta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope Hills Elementary Murrieta | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Tovashal Elementary Murrieta | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Shivela Middle Murrieta | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Rail Ranch Elementary Murrieta | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MURRIETA RANCH PRESCHOOL Murrieta | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER Murrieta | 1.2 mi | — |
| Murrieta Mesa High Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| E. Hale Curran Elementary Murrieta | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Vista Murrieta High Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Calvary Murrieta Christian Academy Murrieta | 1.6 mi | — |
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Alta Murrieta Elementary Murrieta | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Method Schools LA Murrieta | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Oak Grove Center / Jack Weaver Murrieta | 2.0 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE CENTER (JACK WEAVER SCHOOL) Murrieta | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MURRIETA Murrieta | 2.4 mi | — |
| Murrieta Elementary Murrieta | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Murrieta | 2.6 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary Murrieta | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Murrieta Valley High Murrieta | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,204
Median Home Value
$629,000
Median Rent
$2,262/mo
Population
65,116
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Avaxat Elementary
What grades does Avaxat Elementary serve?
Avaxat Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Avaxat Elementary?
Avaxat Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Avaxat Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Avaxat Elementary is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Avaxat Elementary rank in CA?
Avaxat Elementary ranks #8,035 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Avaxat Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Avaxat Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Avaxat Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Avaxat Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Avaxat Elementary a charter school?
No, Avaxat Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Avaxat Elementary a Title I school?
No, Avaxat Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avaxat Elementary?
68.7% of students at Avaxat Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 683
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (951) 696-1402
Resources & Links
District
Murrieta Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,317
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,074
- District Rank
- #19 of 19
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