Needs Improvement
#8728 of 9,539 schools in CA
Major General Raymond Murray High
High School · Vista Unified
1234 Arcadia Ave., Vista, CA 92084
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,728 of 9,539
In Vista
#33 of 34
public schools
In district
#26 of 27
Vista Unified
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About Major General Raymond Murray High
Major General Raymond Murray High is a public high school in Vista, CA, part of Vista Unified. Major General Raymond Murray High serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Major General Raymond Murray High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,728 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Major General Raymond Murray High show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Major General Raymond Murray High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
96% of students at Major General Raymond Murray High 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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Major General Raymond Murray High — Students at Major General Raymond Murray High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Major General Raymond Murray High Compares
See how Major General Raymond Murray High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1234 Arcadia Ave., Vista, CA 92084
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Major General Raymond Murray High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North County Trade Tech High (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista Adult Transition Center (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIATech (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Vista, see our Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VISTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vista | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vista | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Vista Innovation and Design Academy Vista | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| California Avenue Elementary Vista | 0.7 mi | — |
| Vista Academy of Visual and Performing Arts Vista | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Breeze Hill Elementary Vista | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| North County Trade Tech High Vista | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| NEW HAVEN YFS Vista | 1.0 mi | — |
| Maryland Elementary Vista | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Vista Magnet Middle School of Technology Science and Math Vista | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Grapevine Elementary Vista | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST COAST BAPTIST SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Bobier Elementary Vista | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| SIATech Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Madison Middle Vista | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| T.H.E Leadership Academy Vista | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Lake Elementary Vista | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Bella Mente Montessori Academy Vista | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Vista Adult Transition Center Vista | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Tri-City Christian Schools Vista | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,410
Median Home Value
$745,800
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
49,533
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
34.9
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| MAAC Community Charter Chula Vista, CA | 3.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Major General Raymond Murray High
What grades does Major General Raymond Murray High serve?
Major General Raymond Murray High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Major General Raymond Murray High?
Major General Raymond Murray High has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Major General Raymond Murray High?
The student-teacher ratio at Major General Raymond Murray High is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Major General Raymond Murray High rank in CA?
Major General Raymond Murray High ranks #8,728 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Major General Raymond Murray High's MySchoolScout rating?
Major General Raymond Murray High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Major General Raymond Murray High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Major General Raymond Murray High has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Major General Raymond Murray High a charter school?
No, Major General Raymond Murray High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Major General Raymond Murray High a Title I school?
No, Major General Raymond Murray High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Major General Raymond Murray High?
77.0% of students at Major General Raymond Murray High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 96.0%
- Phone
- (760) 631-2502
- 4-Year Graduation
- 47.0%
Resources & Links
District
Vista Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,469
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,647
- District Rank
- #26 of 27
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