E. Hale Curran Elementary vs Shivela Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
E. Hale Curran Elementary
Murrieta · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
Shivela Middle
Murrieta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,282 students
| Measure | E. Hale Curran Elementary Murrieta, California | Shivela Middle Murrieta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2069 of 5,693 | #450 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #27143 of 50,301 | #8103 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 575 | 1,282 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 1,282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.6% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 28.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 50% |
| city | Murrieta | Murrieta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (47.0 vs 47.9).
- •Shivela Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 49%).
- •Shivela Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 56%).
- •E. Hale Curran Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 66.1%).
- •E. Hale Curran Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 28.5).
- •Shivela Middle is the larger school with 1,282 students compared with 575.
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 E. Hale Curran Elementary better than Shivela Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are E. Hale Curran Elementary and Shivela Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Murrieta and Murrieta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
E. Hale Curran Elementary: 575. Shivela Middle: 1,282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do E. Hale Curran Elementary and Shivela Middle rank in California?
E. Hale Curran Elementary is 2069th of 5,693 and Shivela Middle is 450th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).