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Best 92562 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,798 students in 92562, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92562, CA are Thompson Middle School and Shivela Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92562 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92562, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92562, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thompson Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
24040 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1410
Gr: 6-8 | 1,595 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Shivela Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
24515 Lincoln Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1406
Gr: 6-8 | 1,203 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92562 California

92562, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
24150 Hayes Ave.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 696-1409
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
44-801 Golf Center Pkwy.
Murrieta, CA 92562
(760) 501-7840
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92562, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92562, CA include Thompson Middle School and Shivela Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92562?
2 public middle schools are located in 92562.
What is the racial composition of students in 92562?
92562 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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