Best 92563 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 4,494 students in 92563, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92563, CA are Bella Vista Middle School, Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School and Warm Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92563 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92563, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92563, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bella Vista Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
31650 Browning St.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 294-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 1,299 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
35125 Briggs Rd.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 304-1885
Gr: 6-8 | 1,442 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Warm Springs Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
39245 Calle De Fortuna
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-3503
Gr: 6-8 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Murrieta Canyon Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 696-1661
Gr: K-12 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Methodschools
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
38750 Sky Canyon Dr., Ste B
Murrieta, CA 92563
(760) 224-0758
Gr: K-12 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Method Schools La
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
38750 Sky Canyon Dr. Ste. B
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 461-4620
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92563, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92563, CA include Bella Vista Middle School, Dorothy Mcelhinney Middle School and Warm Springs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92563?
6 public middle schools are located in 92563.
What is the racial composition of students in 92563?
92563 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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