Murrieta Options Academy serves 12 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murrieta Options Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Murrieta Options Academy's student population of 12 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Murrieta Options Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
21:1
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
8%
20%
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Murrieta Options Academy?
The graduation rate of Murrieta Options Academy is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Murrieta Options Academy?
12 students attend Murrieta Options Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Murrieta Options Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murrieta Options Academy?
Murrieta Options Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Murrieta Options Academy offer ?
Murrieta Options Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Murrieta Options Academy part of?
Murrieta Options Academy is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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