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Vista Murrieta High

28251 Clinton Keith Rd., Murrieta, CA, 92563

About Vista Murrieta High

Vista Murrieta High School is a well-known public high school in Murrieta, California, that serves students in grades 9 through 12. It is a major part of the Murrieta Valley Unified School District and serves about 3,400 students, with a student-to-teacher ratio of about 26:1. The school is known as one of the best because it has strong academic and athletic programs, with 36% of students taking Advanced Placement classes. The campus is home to a diverse group of people, with 70% of students being minorities and 50% being economically disadvantaged. According to performance data, 76% of students are proficient in reading and 41% are proficient in math. The school gets about $10,500 per student, which helps students get ready for college by giving them organized SAT and ACT testing opportunities. Vista Murrieta High School is one of the best schools because it is dedicated to excellence and creates a lively and high-achieving environment. The median home price in the area is about $650,000, and it is one of the best high schools in California.

Vista Murrieta High Contact Information

Address

28251 Clinton Keith Rd., Murrieta, CA, 92563

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Phone

(951) 894-5750

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 41%
Reading 76%
State average proficiency is 41% in Math and 76% in Reading.
143
Full-time Teachers
24 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
3382
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2130 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Vista Murrieta High

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
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
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: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 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 29.92%
Asian 10.29%
Hispanic 41.9%
Black 6.8%
Two+ Races 9.88%
Native Am. 0.38%
White
29.92%
Asian
10.29%
Hispanic
41.9%
Black
6.8%
Two+ Races
9.88%
Native Am.
0.38%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 3382
49.38%
1670 Female
50.47%
1707 Male

Student Population

3382 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

450 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Recently, Vista Murrieta High School was named a 2026 California Distinguished School. This honor is given to schools with great teaching programs and high levels of student success. The campus was also an important place for the district's Facilities Master Plan town halls, where students and neighbors worked together to plan the future of modern, future-ready learning spaces. In addition to its academic achievements, the school is still known as one of the most spirited campuses in the state.

FAQ

Q1. What does Vista Murrieta High do to make the learning environment better?

Ans. Respect, working together, and being responsible make sure that the school culture is safe, welcoming, and open to everyone.

Q2. Are there ways to get better at school?

Ans. Yes, advanced classes and projects make students work hard in school and think for themselves.

Q3. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q4. Does Vista Murrieta High help students think of new things?

Ans. Yes, students can find out more about art, music, and new projects that will help them be more creative.

Q5. What kind of school experience do students get at Vista Murrieta High?

Ans. Vista Murrieta High has a full curriculum that includes academics, extracurricular activities, and chances for personal growth.

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
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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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