Needs Improvement
#8631 of 9,539 schools in CA
Susan H. Nelson
High School · Temecula Valley Unified
32225 Pio Pico Rd., Temecula, CA 92592
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,631 of 9,539
In Temecula
#30 of 33
public schools
In district
#28 of 29
Temecula Valley Unified
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About Susan H. Nelson
Susan H. Nelson is a public high school in Temecula, CA, part of Temecula Valley Unified. Susan H.
Nelson serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Susan H. Nelson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,631 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Susan H. Nelson show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Susan H. Nelson 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.
Susan H. Nelson runs 20.2:1 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.
97% of students at Susan H. Nelson 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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Susan H. Nelson — Students at Susan H. Nelson score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 6.1/10.
How Susan H. Nelson Compares
See how Susan H. Nelson 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
32225 Pio Pico Rd., Temecula, CA 92592
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Susan H. Nelson may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Temecula Valley High (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rancho Vista High (rated 6.6/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temecula, see our Temecula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Vista High Temecula | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Paloma Elementary Temecula | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| RANCHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temecula | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LINFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temecula | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Linfield Christian School Temecula | 1.0 mi | — |
| Temecula Middle Temecula | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Abby Reinke Elementary Temecula | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Erle Stanley Gardner Middle Temecula | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Red Hawk Elementary Temecula | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Temecula Valley High Temecula | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Vintage Hills Elementary Temecula | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Home INstead INnovation Academy Temecula Ca | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Temecula Luiseno Elementary Temecula | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Trinity Lutheran Kindergarten Temecula | 1.6 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Temecula | 1.6 mi | — |
| Vail Ranch Middle Temecula | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Pauba Valley Elementary Temecula | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Crowne Hill Elementary Temecula | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary Temecula | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| JCS - Pine Hills Julian | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92592 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,475
Median Home Value
$664,000
Median Rent
$2,580/mo
Population
80,933
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susan H. Nelson
What grades does Susan H. Nelson serve?
Susan H. Nelson serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Susan H. Nelson?
Susan H. Nelson has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Susan H. Nelson?
The student-teacher ratio at Susan H. Nelson is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Susan H. Nelson rank in CA?
Susan H. Nelson ranks #8,631 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Susan H. Nelson's MySchoolScout rating?
Susan H. Nelson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Susan H. Nelson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Susan H. Nelson has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Susan H. Nelson a charter school?
No, Susan H. Nelson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Susan H. Nelson a Title I school?
No, Susan H. Nelson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Susan H. Nelson?
43.3% of students at Susan H. Nelson 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.0%
- Phone
- (951) 695-7360
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
Temecula Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 26,491
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,180
- District Rank
- #28 of 29
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