Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rail Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rail Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rail Ranch Elementary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rail Ranch Elementary 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 Rail Ranch Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3211 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rail Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Rail Ranch Elementary School is ranked #3211 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rail Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Rail Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avaxat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rail Ranch Elementary School?
640 students attend Rail Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rail Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% 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 Rail Ranch Elementary School?
Rail Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rail Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Rail Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rail Ranch Elementary School part of?
Rail Ranch Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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