- Alamos Elementary — Grades K–5 · 799 students
- French Valley Elementary — Grades K–5 · 755 students
- Ysabel Barnett Elementary — Grades K–5 · 753 students
- Temecula Luiseno Elementary — Grades K–5 · 738 students
- Tony Tobin Elementary — Grades K–5 · 718 students
- Nicolas Valley Elementary — Grades K–5 · 691 students
- Susan La Vorgna Elementary — Grades K–5 · 649 students
- Vail Elementary — Grades K–5 · 563 students
- Abby Reinke Elementary — Grades K–5 · 559 students
- Paloma Elementary — Grades K–5 · 547 students
- Temecula Elementary — Grades K–5 · 522 students
- Crowne Hill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 519 students
- Vintage Hills Elementary — Grades K–5 · 512 students
- Pauba Valley Elementary — Grades K–5 · 510 students
- Red Hawk Elementary — Grades K–5 · 496 students
- Rancho Elementary — Grades K–5 · 484 students
- Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary — Grades K–5 · 438 students
- Bella Vista Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,249 students
- Temecula Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,012 students
- Erle Stanley Gardner Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,008 students
- James L. Day Middle — Grades 6–8 · 932 students
- Vail Ranch Middle — Grades 6–8 · 765 students
- Margarita Middle — Grades 6–8 · 731 students
- Chaparral High — Grades 9–12 · 3,136 students
- Great Oak High — Grades 9–12 · 2,946 students
- Temecula Valley High — Grades 9–12 · 2,739 students
- Rancho Vista High — Grades 9–12 · 176 students
- Summit Academy — Grades K–7 · 767 students
- Susan H. Nelson — Grades 6–12 · 306 students
- Home INstead INnovation Academy — Grades K–8 · 254 students
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| Metric | Temecula Valley Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 28 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Temecula Valley Unified School District
Temecula Valley Unified School District is the public school district that serves ZIP 92591 in Temecula Valley, California. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of California districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Kindergarten – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Temecula Valley Unified School District spends approximately $15,700 per student per year, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Kindergarten – 12th, Temecula Valley Unified School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Contact Temecula Valley Unified School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Temecula Valley Unified School District ranks among California’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Temecula Valley Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 92591
Children in zip code 92591 are assigned to Temecula Valley Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92591, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Temecula Valley Unified School District at (951)676-2661 or visit www.tvusd.k12.ca.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Temecula Valley
For families considering a purchase in the Temecula Valley area, district assignment matters financially. Because Temecula Valley Unified School District serves zip code 92591, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 92591 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Temecula Valley Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 92591.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Temecula Valley Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92591 data.