Very Good
#2203 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Murrieta Valley High
High School · Murrieta Valley Unified
42200 Nighthawk Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
Enrollment
2,173
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,173
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,203 of 9,539
In Murrieta
#2 of 24
public schools
In district
#2 of 19
Murrieta Valley Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Murrieta Valley High
Murrieta Valley High is a public high school in Murrieta, CA, part of Murrieta Valley Unified. Murrieta Valley High serves approximately 2,173 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Murrieta Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,203 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Murrieta Valley High show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Murrieta Valley High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
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- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Murrieta Valley High is a large school: 2,173 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.
Murrieta Valley High runs 23.4:1 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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Murrieta Valley High — Students at Murrieta Valley High score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.1%
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: 6.9/10.
How Murrieta Valley High Compares
See how Murrieta 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
42200 Nighthawk Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murrieta Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OAK GROVE CENTER (JACK WEAVER SCHOOL) (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Murrieta Canyon Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wildomar), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Murrieta, see our Murrieta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Murrieta Canyon Academy Murrieta | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Murrieta Options Academy Murrieta | 0.2 mi | — |
| Thompson Middle Murrieta | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| OAK GROVE CENTER (JACK WEAVER SCHOOL) Murrieta | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Grove Center / Jack Weaver Murrieta | 0.8 mi | — |
| Murrieta Elementary Murrieta | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Cole Canyon Elementary Murrieta | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF MURRIETA Murrieta | 1.2 mi | — |
| Calvary Murrieta Christian Academy Murrieta | 1.2 mi | — |
| MURRIETA SPRINGS ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murrieta | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Method Schools LA Murrieta | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Murrieta Springs Adventist Christian School Murrieta | 1.5 mi | — |
| E. Hale Curran Elementary Murrieta | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts Wildomar | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Murrieta Mesa High Murrieta | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Shivela Middle Murrieta | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MURRIETA RANCH PRESCHOOL Murrieta | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Grace Christian School of Temecula Valley Wildomer | 2.5 mi | — |
| Tovashal Elementary Murrieta | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clayton Valley Charter High Concord, CA | 7.6 |
| Great Oak High Temecula, CA | 7.6 |
| Monterey High Monterey, CA | 7.6 |
| Newbury Park High Newbury Park, CA | 7.6 |
| Northgate High Walnut Creek, CA | 7.6 |
| Oakland Technical High Oakland, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murrieta Valley High
What grades does Murrieta Valley High serve?
Murrieta Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Murrieta Valley High?
Murrieta Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 2,173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murrieta Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Murrieta Valley High is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murrieta Valley High rank in CA?
Murrieta Valley High ranks #2,203 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Murrieta Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Murrieta Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Murrieta Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murrieta Valley High has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Murrieta Valley High a charter school?
No, Murrieta Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murrieta Valley High a Title I school?
No, Murrieta Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Murrieta Valley High?
45.1% of students at Murrieta 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
- 2,173
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (951) 696-1408
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
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District
Murrieta Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,317
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,074
- District Rank
- #2 of 19
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