Murrieta Mesa High School

Murrieta Mesa High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
24801 Monroe Ave,  Murrieta, CA
Murrieta Valley Unified School District
4.2
3.1
2,291 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Stephen Ellis
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
93
Full Time Teachers
93
Teachers in First or Second Year
9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
560
Verbal
570
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
63.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
17.2%
State Average
19.4%
Science
9.8%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
535:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.5%
Hispanic
45.5%
White
30.6%
Two or more races
8.2%
Black
6.2%
Asian
3.9%
Filipino
3%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
San Diego State University 394 Students
University of California - San Diego 337 Students
California State University - San Marcos 332 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 292 Students
University of California - Irvine 264 Students
University of California - Riverside 216 Students
San Francisco State University 199 Students
California State University, Fullerton 192 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 178 Students
California State University - Long Beach 170 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 172 Students
Psychology 168 Students
Biology 144 Students
Nursing 141 Students
Computer Science 78 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 76 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 59 Students
Criminology 51 Students
Political Science and Government 48 Students
Mechanical Engineering 47 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 434 Reviews
5.0 Senior
12/10/2025
My overall experience at Mesa has been truly amazing. The school is very inclusive therefore it always feels like you're stepping onto your own porch when you walk on campus. The leadership groups work tirelessly to create an inclusive and fun environment, making every month something to look forward too.
5.0 Senior
12/4/2025
My whole highschool experience has been amazing thanks to the staff, teachers and principal. Love the school environment I always feel safe when I walk into school and class.
5.0 Senior
7/8/2025
Murrieta Mesa High School is a diverse and wonderful school. It sees every student and helps them to create a path for a greater future. It offer a wide range of courses that help every student wheathe they want to further their education or stop right there. The staff and the teachers are amazing and alway have a door open to help any students.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.1 16 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/11/2024
The experience we had with Mesa was amazing, our daughter thrived and excelled and became a wonderful student. Highly recommend this school for a better education. Staff was amazing, and her teachers were wonderful as well.
2.0 parent
4/23/2022
Teachers: Average, have had issues with grading system. COVID was a disaster. Listening to the teachers on ZOOM at home was pretty horrendous as a Parent. Math and English programs are a bit lacking, think admin should sit on a class or two. Facility: Outstanding- modern buildings, great access cont...
5.0 other
9/7/2021
The teachers are very nice and understanding. This school offers several academic classes and is very inclusive. This school is above average.
3.0 parent
6/13/2020
Overall I will give it a 4 out of 10.

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Murrieta Mesa High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Murrieta, CA and is served by the Murrieta Valley Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,291 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Murrieta Mesa High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $679,045. Discover additional schools in the area, like Murrieta Valley High School, Murrieta Canyon Academy, Vista Murrieta High School, and more. Learn more about what Murrieta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Murrieta Mesa High School.

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