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Alta Murrieta Elementary

39475 Whitewood Rd., Murrieta, CA, 92563

Top 25% School in California

Ranked 1504 of 7018 in California

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Alta Murrieta Elementary

39475 Whitewood Rd., Murrieta, CA, 92563

Top 25% School in California

Ranked 1504 of 7018 in California

See top schools in Murrieta

About Alta Murrieta Elementary

Alta Murrieta Elementary is a public elementary school in Murrieta that serves students in grades K–5. The school has about 600 to 700 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 25:1, which helps with structured classroom instruction and meeting grade-level learning goals. Alta Murrieta Elementary focuses on the basics of reading, writing, math, and science, but it also offers extra activities and services to help students. The school has a wide range of students, and a large number of them are from minority groups, which makes for a multicultural learning environment. Math proficiency is about 50% and reading proficiency is about 56%. Alta Murrieta Elementary is in a well-established residential area known for stable property values and family-friendly neighborhoods. It offers a structured academic environment. Families looking into their options, like the best elementary school in California, may see the school's balanced academic profile and supportive environment as signs that their child will continue to do well.

Alta Murrieta Elementary Contact Information

Address

39475 Whitewood Rd., Murrieta, CA, 92563

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Phone

(951) 696-1403

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%
Reading 56%
State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 56% in Reading.
36
Full-time Teachers
25 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
903
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1504 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Alta Murrieta Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 30.12%
Asian 8.42%
Hispanic 46.4%
Black 4.43%
Two+ Races 10.3%
Native Am. 0.22%
White
30.12%
Asian
8.42%
Hispanic
46.4%
Black
4.43%
Two+ Races
10.3%
Native Am.
0.22%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 903
48.62%
439 Female
51.38%
464 Male

Student Population

903 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

903 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Alta Murrieta Elementary's dedication to academic excellence and getting students involved. Classroom activities have focused on improving reading and writing skills, and coming up with creative solutions to problems. Students are very involved and excited, and that family involvement helps create a school culture that is supportive to all students and focused on helping them all succeed.

FAQ

Q1. Does Alta Murrieta Elementary have programs for kids before and after school?

Ans. Yes, the school usually offers extended day programs or works with local childcare providers to help working families.

Q2. Do students have the option to participate in activities outside of school?

Ans. Depending on their grade level and availability, students can join clubs, do academic enrichment activities, and take part in seasonal programs.

Q3. How can parents help out at Alta Murrieta Elementary?

Ans. Parents can join the PTA/PTO, help out in classrooms, or take part in school events and fundraisers.

Q4. Do students get rides?

Ans. The transportation options depend on the rules of the district and the zoning of homes in Murrieta.

Q5. Does the school help students with special needs in any way?

Ans. Yes, there are special education services and academic intervention programs that are tailored to the needs of each student.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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