Below Average
#7499 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rancho Elementary
Elementary School · Temecula Valley Unified
31530 La Serena Way, Temecula, CA 92591
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,499 of 9,539
In Temecula
#26 of 33
public schools
In district
#24 of 29
Temecula Valley Unified
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Rancho Elementary
Elementary School in Temecula · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rancho Elementary
Rancho Elementary is a public elementary school in Temecula, CA, part of Temecula Valley Unified. Rancho Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rancho Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,499 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rancho Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rancho Elementary runs 24.2:1 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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Rancho Elementary — Students at Rancho Elementary score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.5/10.
How Rancho Elementary Compares
See how Rancho Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
31530 La Serena Way, Temecula, CA 92591
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rancho Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Home INstead INnovation Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Temecula Ca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paloma Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nicolas Valley Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temecula, see our Temecula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Margarita Middle Temecula | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Vintage Hills Elementary Temecula | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Home INstead INnovation Academy Temecula Ca | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Nicolas Valley Elementary Temecula | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Temecula International Academy Temecula | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Temecula Valley High Temecula | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Linfield Christian School Temecula | 1.7 mi | — |
| LINFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temecula | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Paloma Elementary Temecula | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Temecula Middle Temecula | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| James L. Day Middle Temecula | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Temecula Elementary Temecula | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Trinity Lutheran Kindergarten Temecula | 2.2 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Temecula | 2.2 mi | — |
| Vail Elementary Temecula | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ABC Child Care Center Temecula | 2.0 mi | — |
| CONCORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Temecula | 2.0 mi | — |
| Vineyard Country School Temecula | 2.1 mi | — |
| Chaparral High Temecula | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Bella Vista Middle Murrieta | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92591 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,312
Median Home Value
$649,900
Median Rent
$2,196/mo
Population
41,673
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
36.8
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|---|---|
| Ansgar Larsen Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rancho Elementary
What grades does Rancho Elementary serve?
Rancho Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rancho Elementary?
Rancho Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rancho Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rancho Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rancho Elementary rank in CA?
Rancho Elementary ranks #7,499 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rancho Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rancho Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Rancho Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rancho Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rancho Elementary a charter school?
No, Rancho Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rancho Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rancho Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rancho Elementary?
32.0% of students at Rancho 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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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (951) 695-7150
Resources & Links
District
Temecula Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 26,491
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,180
- District Rank
- #24 of 29
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