Very Good
#3383 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Cole Canyon Elementary
Elementary School · Murrieta Valley Unified
23750 Via Alisol, Murrieta, CA 92562
Enrollment
1,062
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,062
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,383 of 9,539
In Murrieta
#5 of 24
public schools
In district
#5 of 19
Murrieta Valley Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Cole Canyon Elementary
Cole Canyon Elementary is a public elementary school in Murrieta, CA, part of Murrieta Valley Unified. Cole Canyon Elementary serves approximately 1,062 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cole Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,383 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cole Canyon Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cole Canyon Elementary runs 26.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cole Canyon Elementary — Students at Cole Canyon Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Cole Canyon Elementary Compares
See how Cole Canyon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
23750 Via Alisol, Murrieta, CA 92562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cole Canyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Wildomar), which scores slightly higher. Another option is E. Hale Curran Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Murrieta Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Murrieta, see our Murrieta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood 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 Cole Canyon Elementary
What grades does Cole Canyon Elementary serve?
Cole Canyon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cole Canyon Elementary?
Cole Canyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,062 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cole Canyon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cole Canyon Elementary is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cole Canyon Elementary rank in CA?
Cole Canyon Elementary ranks #3,383 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cole Canyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cole Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cole Canyon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cole Canyon Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cole Canyon Elementary a charter school?
No, Cole Canyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cole Canyon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cole Canyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cole Canyon Elementary?
37.5% of students at Cole Canyon 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
- 1,062
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (951) 696-1421
Resources & Links
District
Murrieta Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,317
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,074
- District Rank
- #5 of 19
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