Elsinore High School is a public high school located in Wildomar, California. It was founded in 1891 and is one of the oldest schools in Riverside County. The campus is visible from the Interstate 15 freeway.
Serving 2,065 students in grades 9-12, Elsinore High School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,065 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elsinore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Elsinore High School's student population of 2,065 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,065 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Caring...Tradition...Respect...
School Rankings
Elsinore High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elsinore High School is 0.53, 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
#4004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elsinore High School's ranking?
Elsinore High School is ranked #4004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elsinore High School often compared to?
Elsinore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temescal Canyon High School, Lakeside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elsinore High School?
The graduation rate of Elsinore High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elsinore High School?
2,065 students attend Elsinore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Elsinore High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elsinore High School?
Elsinore High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elsinore High School offer ?
Elsinore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elsinore High School part of?
Elsinore High School is part of Lake Elsinore Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 7/23/2011
Good academic programs as long as you take advantage of them, many extracurricular activities available. The football team won the CIF football championship last year. Overall great school!
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