Moreno Valley High School is a High School located in Moreno Valley, California, United States. It is part of the Moreno Valley Unified School District.
Serving 2,143 students in grades 9-12, Moreno Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moreno Valley High School's student population of 2,143 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
School Motto
The Viking Way: Respectful, Responsible, Resilient
School Mascot
Viking
School Rankings
Moreno Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moreno Valley High School is 0.33, which is less 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
#6211 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moreno Valley High School's ranking?
Moreno Valley High School is ranked #6211 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Moreno Valley High School often compared to?
Moreno Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moreno Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moreno Valley High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Moreno Valley High School?
2,143 students attend Moreno Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Moreno Valley High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moreno Valley High School?
Moreno Valley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Moreno Valley High School offer ?
Moreno Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moreno Valley High School part of?
Moreno Valley High School is part of Moreno Valley Unified School District.
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