Very Good
#3025 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Warm Springs Middle
Middle School · Murrieta Valley Unified
39245 Calle de Fortuna, Murrieta, CA 92563
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,025 of 9,539
In Murrieta
#4 of 24
public schools
In district
#4 of 19
Murrieta Valley Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Warm Springs Middle
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About Warm Springs Middle
Warm Springs Middle is a public middle school in Murrieta, CA, part of Murrieta Valley Unified. Warm Springs Middle serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Warm Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,025 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Warm Springs Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Warm Springs Middle 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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Warm Springs Middle — Students at Warm Springs Middle score 49% 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 30 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 Warm Springs Middle Compares
See how Warm Springs Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39245 Calle de Fortuna, Murrieta, CA 92563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Warm Springs Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James L. Day Middle (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Temecula), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chaparral High (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Temecula), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Murrieta, see our Murrieta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ysabel Barnett Elementary Temecula | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary Murrieta | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ABC Child Care Village Temecula | 0.8 mi | — |
| Chaparral High Temecula | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MethodSchools Murrieta | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA HIGH SCHOOL Murrieta | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Nicolas Valley Elementary Temecula | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Temecula International Academy Temecula | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| James L. Day Middle Temecula | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Alta Murrieta Elementary Murrieta | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CONCORD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Temecula | 1.8 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary Murrieta | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ABC Child Care Center Temecula | 2.3 mi | — |
| The University of America High School Temecula | 2.5 mi | — |
| WILD ROOTS HOLISTIC LEARNING CENTER Temecula | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Wild Roots Holistic Learning Center Temecula | 2.5 mi | — |
| Rail Ranch Elementary Murrieta | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| TEMECULA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Temecula | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Big Springs School Temecula Temecula | 2.6 mi | — |
| BIG SPRINGS CENTER & SCHOOL Temecula | 2.6 mi | — |
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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|---|---|
| Arrowview Middle San Bernardino, CA | 7.2 |
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| Diegueno Middle Encinitas, CA | 7.2 |
| Douglass Middle Woodland, CA | 7.2 |
| Ernest Lawrence Middle Chatsworth, CA | 7.2 |
| Foothill Middle Walnut Creek, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Warm Springs Middle
What grades does Warm Springs Middle serve?
Warm Springs Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Warm Springs Middle?
Warm Springs Middle has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Warm Springs Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Warm Springs Middle 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 Warm Springs Middle rank in CA?
Warm Springs Middle ranks #3,025 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Warm Springs Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Warm Springs Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Warm Springs Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Warm Springs Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Warm Springs Middle a charter school?
No, Warm Springs Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Warm Springs Middle a Title I school?
No, Warm Springs Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Warm Springs Middle?
60.5% of students at Warm Springs Middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 818
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (951) 696-3503
Resources & Links
District
Murrieta Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,317
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,074
- District Rank
- #4 of 19
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