Rancho Verde High School is one of three comprehensive high schools in the Val Verde Unified School District. The school is situated on 38 acres in the southern section of Moreno Valley, California.
Serving 2,101 students in grades 9-12, Rancho Verde High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Verde High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rancho Verde High School's student population of 2,101 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Red, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rancho Verde High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Verde High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5672 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Verde High School's ranking?
Rancho Verde High School is ranked #5672 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Verde High School often compared to?
Rancho Verde High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View High School, Canyon Springs High School, Ramona High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho Verde High School?
The graduation rate of Rancho Verde High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rancho Verde High School?
2,101 students attend Rancho Verde High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rancho Verde High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Verde High School?
Rancho Verde High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Verde High School offer ?
Rancho Verde High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rancho Verde High School part of?
Rancho Verde High School is part of Val Verde Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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