Avaxat Elementary vs Shivela Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avaxat Elementary
Murrieta · Public elementary · Grades K–5
617 students
Shivela Middle
Murrieta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,282 students
| Measure | Avaxat Elementary Murrieta, California | Shivela Middle Murrieta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2212 of 5,693 | #450 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #28894 of 50,301 | #8103 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 617 | 1,282 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 1,282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.7% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 28.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 50% |
| city | Murrieta | Murrieta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shivela Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 44.5).
- •Shivela Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 43%).
- •Avaxat Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Shivela Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.1% vs 68.7%).
- •Avaxat Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.7 vs 28.5).
- •Shivela Middle is the larger school with 1,282 students compared with 617.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Avaxat Elementary better than Shivela Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Shivela Middle ranks higher (47.9 vs 44.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Avaxat Elementary and Shivela Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Murrieta and Murrieta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avaxat Elementary: 617. Shivela Middle: 1,282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avaxat Elementary and Shivela Middle rank in California?
Avaxat Elementary is 2212th of 5,693 and Shivela Middle is 450th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).