For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 9,851 students in 92563, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92563, CA are Alamos Elementary School, Alta Murrieta Elementary School and Bella Vista Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92563 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92563, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92563, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alamos Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38200 Pacific Park Dr.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6760
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6760
Gr: K-5 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Alta Murrieta Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
39475 Whitewood Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1403
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1403
Gr: K-5 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Bella Vista Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31650 Browning St.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,249 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35125 Briggs Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1885
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1885
Gr: 6-8 | 1,451 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35185 Briggs Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1880
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1880
Gr: K-5 | 1,006 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Warm Springs Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
39245 Calle De Fortuna
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-3503
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-3503
Gr: 6-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Daniel N. Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40121 Torrey Pines Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1428
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1428
Gr: K-5 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Rail Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25030 Via Santee Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1404
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1404
Gr: K-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37420 Via Mira Mosa
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5085
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 894-5085
Gr: K-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1010.
Oak Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
28600 Poinsettia St.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 246-4210
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 246-4210
Gr: K-5 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Murrieta Canyon Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Gr: K-12 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1212.
Methodschools
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38750 Sky Canyon Dr., Ste B
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 461-4620
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 461-4620
Gr: K-12 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92563, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92563, CA include Alamos Elementary School, Alta Murrieta Elementary School and Bella Vista Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92563?
12 public elementary schools are located in 92563.
What is the racial composition of students in 92563?
92563 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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