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#4349 of 9,539 schools in CA

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March Mountain High

High School · Moreno Valley Unified

24551 Dracaea Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Enrollment

220

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,349 of 9,539

In Moreno Valley

#9 of 47

public schools

In district

#7 of 38

Moreno Valley Unified

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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March Mountain High

6.6/10

High School in Moreno Valley · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

March Valley

5.9/10

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3.0/10

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About March Mountain High

March Mountain High is a public high school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. March Mountain High serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. March Mountain High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,349 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for March Mountain High show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at March Mountain 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.

98% of students at March Mountain 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency1.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-37.1 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,501
Chronic Absenteeism98.2%

March Mountain High — Students at March Mountain High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 5.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 13.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
1.2%
ELA
18.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How March Mountain High Compares

See how March Mountain High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in CA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
98.2%

Location

24551 Dracaea Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering March Mountain High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Leadership Military Academy (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moreno Valley High (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bayside Community Day (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
March Valley Moreno Valley 0.0 mi 5.9
Ramona Elementary Moreno Valley 0.5 mi 3.0
Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley 0.5 mi 5.4
Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley 0.7 mi
VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley 0.7 mi
Leadership Military Academy Moreno Valley 0.6 mi 8.1
Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley 0.7 mi 4.8
Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley 0.7 mi 4.7
Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley 1.0 mi 5.2
Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley 1.0 mi 8.1
Bayside Community Day Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 6.6
Moreno Valley Online Academy Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 5.6
Journey Ontario 1.2 mi 6.4
Badger Springs Middle Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 5.3
Chaparral Hills Elementary Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 3.8
Serrano Elementary Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 4.5
Moreno Valley High Moreno Valley 1.2 mi 6.7
Hendrick Ranch Elementary Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 3.8
Sunnymeadows Elementary Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 5.6
Alessandro Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,344

Median Home Value

$413,000

Median Rent

$1,892/mo

Population

73,189

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

50.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about March Mountain High

What grades does March Mountain High serve?

March Mountain High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend March Mountain High?

March Mountain High has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at March Mountain High?

The student-teacher ratio at March Mountain High is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does March Mountain High rank in CA?

March Mountain High ranks #4,349 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is March Mountain High's MySchoolScout rating?

March Mountain High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 March Mountain High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, March Mountain High has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is March Mountain High a charter school?

No, March Mountain High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is March Mountain High a Title I school?

No, March Mountain High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for March Mountain High?

92.3% of students at March Mountain 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.3%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
98.2%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Moreno Valley Unified
District Enrollment
31,344
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,501
District Rank
#7 of 38

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