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#4145 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 43% in state
Moreno Valley High
High School · Moreno Valley Unified
23300 Cottonwood Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Enrollment
2,143
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,143
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,145 of 9,539
In Moreno Valley
#7 of 47
public schools
In district
#6 of 38
Moreno Valley Unified
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Moreno Valley High
Moreno Valley High is a public high school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Moreno Valley High serves approximately 2,143 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Moreno Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,145 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Moreno Valley High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Moreno Valley High is a large school: 2,143 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
35% of students at Moreno Valley 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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Moreno Valley High — Students at Moreno Valley High score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 8.0/10.
How Moreno Valley High Compares
See how Moreno Valley High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
23300 Cottonwood Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moreno Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. March Mountain High (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bayside Community Day (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, March Valley (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alessandro Moreno Valley | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Sunnymeadows Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| TownGate Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMANUEL HOUSE INSTITUTE OF HIGHER LEARNING Moreno Valley | 1.2 mi | — |
| March Mountain High Moreno Valley | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| March Valley Moreno Valley | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley | 1.4 mi | — |
| Serrano Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Honey Hollow Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Ramona Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Edgemont Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Bayside Community Day Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Moreno Valley Online Academy Moreno Valley | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Badger Springs Middle Moreno Valley | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
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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|---|---|
| Bonita Vista Senior High Chula Vista, CA | 6.7 |
| Central Valley High Ceres, CA | 6.7 |
| Dinuba High Dinuba, CA | 6.7 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento, CA | 6.7 |
| Hilltop Senior High Chula Vista, CA | 6.7 |
| John C. Kimball High Tracy, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moreno Valley High
What grades does Moreno Valley High serve?
Moreno Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Moreno Valley High?
Moreno Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 2,143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moreno Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Moreno Valley High is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moreno Valley High rank in CA?
Moreno Valley High ranks #4,145 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Moreno Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Moreno Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Moreno Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moreno Valley High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Moreno Valley High a charter school?
No, Moreno Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moreno Valley High a Title I school?
No, Moreno Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moreno Valley High?
91.1% of students at Moreno Valley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,143
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 107
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (951) 571-4820
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90.0%
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District
Moreno Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 31,344
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,501
- District Rank
- #6 of 38
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