Murrieta Mesa High School is a comprehensive, four-year high school located in Murrieta, California, United States. It is operated by the Murrieta Valley Unified School District. The school opened in 2009 to keep up with population growth in Murrieta. The first graduating class was the class of 2012.
Serving 2,228 students in grades 9-12, Murrieta Mesa High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murrieta Mesa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Murrieta Mesa High School's student population of 2,228 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Forest Green, Silver, Bronze
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murrieta Mesa High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murrieta Mesa High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2883 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murrieta Mesa High School's ranking?
Murrieta Mesa High School is ranked #2883 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Murrieta Mesa High School often compared to?
Murrieta Mesa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murrieta Valley High School, Vista Murrieta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murrieta Mesa High School?
The graduation rate of Murrieta Mesa High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Murrieta Mesa High School?
2,228 students attend Murrieta Mesa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Murrieta Mesa High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murrieta Mesa High School?
Murrieta Mesa High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murrieta Mesa High School offer ?
Murrieta Mesa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Murrieta Mesa High School part of?
Murrieta Mesa High School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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