Temecula Valley High School, known by locals as TV, is a public high school for grades 9 to 12 in Temecula, California. The school opened in 1985 as the city's first high school. When it was built, it was a part of the Elsinore Union High School District until the Temecula Valley Unified School District was founded.
Serving 2,739 students in grades 9-12, Temecula Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Temecula Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Temecula Valley High School's student population of 2,739 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,739 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1985
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Motto
We elevate experiences, opportunities, & each other.
School Rankings
Temecula Valley High 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 Temecula Valley High School is 0.66, 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
#2255 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Temecula Valley Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temecula Valley High School's ranking?
Temecula Valley High School is ranked #2255 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Temecula Valley High School often compared to?
Temecula Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Oak High School, Chaparral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Temecula Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Temecula Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Temecula Valley High School?
2,739 students attend Temecula Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Temecula Valley High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Temecula Valley High School?
Temecula Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Temecula Valley High School offer ?
Temecula Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Temecula Valley High School part of?
Temecula Valley High School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.
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