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#5181 of 9,539 schools in CA
E. Hale Curran Elementary
Elementary School · Murrieta Valley Unified
40855 Chaco Canyon Rd., Murrieta, CA 92562
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,181 of 9,539
In Murrieta
#16 of 24
public schools
In district
#13 of 19
Murrieta Valley Unified
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About E. Hale Curran Elementary
E. Hale Curran Elementary is a public elementary school in Murrieta, CA, part of Murrieta Valley Unified. E.
Hale Curran Elementary serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. E. Hale Curran Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,181 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for E. Hale Curran Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
E. Hale Curran Elementary runs 25.7:1 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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E. Hale Curran Elementary — Students at E. Hale Curran Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
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: 6.6/10.
How E. Hale Curran Elementary Compares
See how E. Hale Curran Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40855 Chaco Canyon Rd., Murrieta, CA 92562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E. Hale Curran Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cole Canyon Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tovashal Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Murrieta Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Murrieta, see our Murrieta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Calvary Murrieta Christian Academy Murrieta | 0.7 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Center / Jack Weaver Murrieta | 0.9 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE CENTER (JACK WEAVER SCHOOL) Murrieta | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Shivela Middle Murrieta | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Tovashal Elementary Murrieta | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Method Schools LA Murrieta | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER Murrieta | 1.3 mi | — |
| Murrieta Mesa High Murrieta | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Murrieta Valley High Murrieta | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Murrieta Elementary Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MURRIETA Murrieta | 1.7 mi | — |
| MURRIETA RANCH PRESCHOOL Murrieta | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Thompson Middle Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Murrieta Canyon Academy Murrieta | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Murrieta Options Academy Murrieta | 1.7 mi | — |
| Avaxat Elementary Murrieta | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Murrieta Springs Adventist Christian School Murrieta | 1.6 mi | — |
| MURRIETA SPRINGS ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murrieta | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Cole Canyon Elementary Murrieta | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
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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| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
| CHEDER MENACHEM Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E. Hale Curran Elementary
What grades does E. Hale Curran Elementary serve?
E. Hale Curran Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend E. Hale Curran Elementary?
E. Hale Curran Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E. Hale Curran Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at E. Hale Curran Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E. Hale Curran Elementary rank in CA?
E. Hale Curran Elementary ranks #5,181 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is E. Hale Curran Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
E. Hale Curran Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 E. Hale Curran Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E. Hale Curran Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is E. Hale Curran Elementary a charter school?
No, E. Hale Curran Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is E. Hale Curran Elementary a Title I school?
No, E. Hale Curran Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E. Hale Curran Elementary?
61.0% of students at E. Hale Curran 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
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (951) 696-1405
Resources & Links
District
Murrieta Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,317
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,074
- District Rank
- #13 of 19
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