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#6859 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rail Ranch Elementary
Elementary School · Murrieta Valley Unified
25030 Via Santee Rd., Murrieta, CA 92563
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,859 of 9,539
In Murrieta
#22 of 24
public schools
In district
#18 of 19
Murrieta Valley Unified
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Rail Ranch Elementary
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About Rail Ranch Elementary
Rail Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in Murrieta, CA, part of Murrieta Valley Unified. Rail Ranch Elementary serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rail Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,859 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rail Ranch Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rail Ranch Elementary runs 25.6:1 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.
31% of students at Rail Ranch Elementary 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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Rail Ranch Elementary — Students at Rail Ranch Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.2/10.
How Rail Ranch Elementary Compares
See how Rail Ranch Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25030 Via Santee Rd., Murrieta, CA 92563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rail Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tovashal Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monte Vista Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alta Murrieta Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Murrieta, see our Murrieta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Murrieta Elementary Murrieta | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Avaxat Elementary Murrieta | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Antelope Hills Elementary Murrieta | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Vista Murrieta High Murrieta | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| MURRIETA RANCH PRESCHOOL Murrieta | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Shivela Middle Murrieta | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Murrieta Mesa High Murrieta | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Tovashal Elementary Murrieta | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary Murrieta | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE LEARNING CENTER Murrieta | 2.2 mi | — |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Murrieta | 2.4 mi | — |
| Warm Springs Middle Murrieta | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Calvary Murrieta Christian Academy Murrieta | 2.3 mi | — |
| Method Schools LA Murrieta | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| E. Hale Curran Elementary Murrieta | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Ysabel Barnett Elementary Temecula | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| MethodSchools Murrieta | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA HIGH SCHOOL Murrieta | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,519
Median Home Value
$615,700
Median Rent
$2,588/mo
Population
77,860
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
35.4
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| Anna Yates Elementary Emeryville, CA | 5.2 |
| Bassett Street Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 5.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland, CA | 5.2 |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rail Ranch Elementary
What grades does Rail Ranch Elementary serve?
Rail Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rail Ranch Elementary?
Rail Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rail Ranch Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rail Ranch Elementary is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rail Ranch Elementary rank in CA?
Rail Ranch Elementary ranks #6,859 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rail Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rail Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Rail Ranch Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rail Ranch Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rail Ranch Elementary a charter school?
No, Rail Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rail Ranch Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rail Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rail Ranch Elementary?
60.5% of students at Rail Ranch 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
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (951) 696-1404
Resources & Links
District
Murrieta Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,317
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,074
- District Rank
- #18 of 19
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