Serving 1,006 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lisa J. Mails Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School's student population of 1,006 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,006 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
To inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care
School Rankings
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lisa J. Mails Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2442 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisa J. Mails Elementary School's ranking?
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School is ranked #2442 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lisa J. Mails Elementary School often compared to?
Lisa J. Mails Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harvest Hill S.t.e.a.m. Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lisa J. Mails Elementary School?
1,006 students attend Lisa J. Mails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Lisa J. Mails Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lisa J. Mails Elementary School?
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lisa J. Mails Elementary School offer ?
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lisa J. Mails Elementary School part of?
Lisa J. Mails Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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