Temecula Preparatory School: Full Guide

Location: Winchester, CA

Are you a student or parent at Temecula Preparatory School? Want to understand how to get the most out of high school?

We've written the best guide to Temecula Preparatory available. Here we'll cover:

Breakdowns of student ethnicity, gender, and family income
How safe Temecula Preparatory is to attend
SAT/ACT/AP scores earned by Temecula Preparatory students
Which AP/IB classes you can take at Temecula Preparatory
Every sports team you can join at Temecula Preparatory

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Basic Information

Temecula Preparatory School is a public school, supporting grades 0 to 12 . It's located in Winchester, CA in Riverside County.

Based on its location, Temecula Preparatory is classified as a school in a large suburb. Here's the location on a map:

Contact Information

Mailing address:

Temecula Preparatory School
35777 Abelia St.
Winchester, CA 92596-8450

Phone number: 9519266776

Temecula Preparatory School homepage: http://www.temeculaprep.com/

Principal: Karen Henson
Email the principal: [email protected]

Student Demographics

Student Enrollment

The total enrollment at Temecula Preparatory School is 1047 students, making it a somewhat large high school, in the top half of all California high schools by size.

As a mid-sized high school, Temecula Preparatory strikes the balance between size and comfort. There will be enough students to provide a diversity of experiences, like clubs and sports, for you to join. But it'll be small enough that you'll likely get to know most people in your class.

Growth in Student Body Size

Is Temecula Preparatory School growing or shrinking? This will help you see trends in where the school is headed.

From our calculations, the enrollment at Temecula Preparatory has steadily increased over the past few years. We calculate this by comparing enrollment in grades 9 to 12.

	Male Students	Female Students	All Students
9^th grade	36	53	89
10^th grade	38	43	81
11^th grade	28	39	67
12^th grade	27	37	64

As you can see in the table above, the freshman class is 25 students larger than the senior class. This suggests that the school is growing in size and taking on more students.

There are a few reasons this could be happening. The city of Winchester could be growing in population, thus sending more students into Temecula Preparatory. Alternatively, Temecula Preparatory could be relaxing its student policies and taking in more students.

Gender Split

Are there more boys or girls at Temecula Preparatory School?

From our statistics, Temecula Preparatory has a 43:57 split between male and female students in the high school grades.

There is a large female majority at Temecula Preparatory, and the imbalance is greater than you would expect from the general population in Riverside County. As a result, it'll feel like there are a lot more girls than boys in your classes.

Sometimes this imbalance can result from random chance and may not suggest anything about Temecula Preparatory. In other cases, the school might preferentially select for females (if it has its own admissions criteria), or parents with female kids might prefer to send them to Temecula Preparatory. In yet other cases, other neighboring schools might attract male students, drawing them away from Temecula Preparatory.

If this gender imbalance is a concern for you, we suggest contacting Temecula Preparatory administration and asking if they have any thoughts about why there's a female majority. Their phone number is 9519266776.

Ethnicity Breakdown

What's the racial diversity at Temecula Preparatory School? Does one ethnicity make up most of the student body, or is it fairly balanced?

From our statistics, Temecula Preparatory has a diverse student body. No single ethnicity composes more than 50% of all students, which means you'll be surrounded by a diverse set of students in class. Only a third of California schools show this much diversity.

The most common ethnicity at Temecula Preparatory is white. In California, white students make up 26.3% of all California students, and are the second most common ethnicity after Hispanic students.

	Percentage	Number
American Indian/Alaska Native	0.1%	2
Asian	7.2%	76
Hispanic	29.9%	314
Black	3.6%	38
White	49.5%	519
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander	0.0%	0
Two or more races	9.3%	98

High schools usually reflect the population in the surrounding area, so the ethnicities of students likely resembles those of Winchester. If you'd like to see how other nearby schools look in diversity, just google "[name of school] prepscholar" to find our guide to that specific school.

Income Level of Temecula Preparatory Families

What are the family incomes of students at Temecula Preparatory School? To determine this, we look at the number of students who qualify for free or reduced lunches, a classification by the US federal government.

To qualify for a reduced price meal, family income needs to be below 185% of the federal poverty guidelines. For a family of 4, this means an income of around $45,000 or below.

To qualify for a free meal, family income needs to be below 130% of the federal poverty guidelines. For a family of 4, this means an income of around $32,000 or below.

The lower the percentage of students who qualify for free or reduced price meals, the higher the income levels are likely to be.

At Temecula Preparatory, 2.1% of students qualify for reduced-price lunches, and 3.7% qualify for free lunches.

This means Temecula Preparatory has a very low poverty level. Nearly no students at Temecula Preparatory qualify for free or reduced price lunches. Winchester is thus likely to have a very affluent community, and Temecula Preparatory is in the top 10% of California schools in terms of family income.

	Number	Percent
Reduced-price lunches	22	2.1%
Free lunches	39	3.7%
Do not qualify for reduced-price or free lunches	986	94.1%

As with ethnicity, this likely reflects the surrounding community in Winchester and doesn't speak much about the school itself.

Because Temecula Preparatory is in the top quartile of schools by family income, it's likely to be well-funded relative to other high schools in California. This means you'll likely have access to advanced coursework like AP/IB classes and better-funded extracurriculars and sports.

It's still up to you, though, to take advantage of the resources Temecula Preparatory has to offer. If you work hard and spend your time effectively, you'll likely be well positioned to succeed in college and beyond.

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School Safety

How safe is Temecula Preparatory School to attend? Can you expect a lot of conflict as a student here?

To study this, we look at disciplinary data for two types of incidents at Temecula Preparatory: referrals to law enforcement (when incidents are reported to police), and arrests.

These are the most serious disciplinary actions available to school administration and are more severe than suspensions or expulsions. Suspensions are often discretionary and can be given just for being disruptive in class. In contrast, law enforcement referrals and arrests often indicate incidents that put the safety of other Temecula Preparatory students at risk.

In the school year of 2011-2012, there were 0 referrals to law enforcement, and 0 school-related arrests. This is out of a total enrollment of 963 students.

To put this into perspective, most California schools (59% of them) reported 0 law enforcement referrals and arrests.

Compare this school with other high schools in the same school district, using the following table:

Temecula Valley Unified School District Safety

School Name	Total Referred	Enrollment
Chaparral High	0	354
Temecula Valley High	6	2722
Rancho Vista High	4	197
Susan H. Nelson	2	185
Great Oak High	0	3418

Academic Performance

Now we get to a major aspect of assessing a high school: academic performance. How good of an education will you get at Temecula Preparatory School? Will you be competitive for college? Will you have access to advanced classes?

We've compiled everything we could find about Temecula Preparatory's academics here.

Standardized Testing

Next, we'll look at another major piece of high school academics: standardized testing performance for Temecula Preparatory School students. These are tests that are administered to large populations of students for comparison purposes.

Let’s start by taking a look at the data for nationally administered standardized tests.

SAT Scores

As you probably know, the SAT is a critical test used for college admissions. The higher the score you get, the better your academic performance compared to students nationwide, and the easier it is to get into top colleges.

We did in-depth research and found the average Temecula Preparatory School SAT scores.

The average composite SAT score is a 1580 out of 2400, compared to a national average of 1500. Each year, roughly 83 at Temecula Preparatory take the SAT.

This is an above-average SAT score, putting Temecula Preparatory School in the top 25% of all California high schools and well above the national average (59% of students score above the national average). This is a notable academic achievement that distinguishes Temecula Preparatory as a high-achieving school.

This is a good indication that you'll receive an above-average education at Temecula Preparatory. While your school isn't in the very top echelon of all California public schools, you're still in a great environment.

Here's a breakdown of SAT scores by section:

Average SAT Scores (2013-2014)

Source	Critical Reading	Math	Writing	Composite
Temecula Preparatory	538	522	529	1580
California	498	510	496	1504
United States	495	511	484	1490

Note that the SAT has since changed to a 1600 scale, but the trends above for your high school are likely to continue. Just use this guide to convert between the old 2400 scale and the new 1600 scale.

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ACT Scores

In California, the ACT is less popular than the SAT. Fewer students take the ACT, and typically these students are more motivated and academically prepared for college. Therefore, it's harder to compare Temecula Preparatory School ACT scores with the rest of the country.

At Temecula Preparatory, the average ACT composite score was 23, compared to the nationwide average of 20. Each year, roughly 33 out of 301 total students take the ACT.

This is above average performance, putting Temecula Preparatory in the top 50% of California high schools. Since the ACT tests what you learn in school, these ACT scores are a good indication that you'll get an above-average education at Temecula Preparatory.

Here are the average English, Math, Reading, and Science scores for Temecula Preparatory compared to California and the US:

Average ACT Scores

Source	English	Math	Reading	Science
Temecula Preparatory	25	23	24	22
California	21.8	22.8	22.3	21.7
United States	20.3	20.9	21.3	20.8

Scores provided are for the 2013-14 school year.

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Advanced Placement (AP)

Advanced Placement (AP) classes are college-level courses that are an additional academic challenge may give Temecula Preparatory School students credit for college.

Here's what we're looking for: high average AP test scores as well as high AP passing rates.

AP Scores

Every year, roughly 71 students in grades 9-12 at Temecula Preparatory take 127 AP exams. It's important to understand how students score on the AP - earning a 3, 4, or 5 on the AP test means passing the test and often earning college credit.

The average score of all AP exams taken at Temecula Preparatory is 2.6 out of 5.

This score puts Temecula Preparatory at average performance. For AP tests, the passing score is considered a 3, and the number of students who pass and don't pass are roughly even. This performance places Temecula Preparatory School in the top 50% of schools for AP tests.

It's great that Temecula Preparatory offers an AP program so you have the opportunity to take courses at a college level. Even though roughly half of all AP students here don't get a passing grade, half do - so with motivated studying throughout the year, you'll be able to beat the average.

We have specific data on how many students got a 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 (out of 5) on AP exams in the chart below:

AP Test-Taking Statistics

Another way to gauge the quality of a school's AP program is to see how many AP students actually took AP exams at Temecula Preparatory School. If a lot of students enroll in AP courses but don't actually take the AP tests, it can be a sign that students don't feel adequately prepared to take the test, or the school isn't encouraging students to take the exams enough.

At Temecula Preparatory, there is a total enrollment of 87 in AP courses (a student taking more than one AP course counts more than once).

Of AP-taking students, 21 took AP tests for ALL AP courses. 30 students took AP tests for SOME AP Courses, and 40 took AP courses but took NO tests.

This is good test participation. Most students at Temecula Preparatory School are taking some or all AP exams available to them, and only a minority of students end up taking zero AP tests. This means most students feel well enough prepared to take the nationwide AP tests for their courses.

There's still some room for improvement. Temecula Preparatory could reduce the number of AP students who take zero AP exams, and encourage students to take all AP exams available to them. Some students may not feel confident that they'll pass, so they choose not to take the test. By building a better AP program Temecula Preparatory could improve their AP exam participation.

Note: The most recent data we have available is from 2012, so the statistics may have changed since then. Most likely, however, the trends are likely to continue - above average schools are likely to stay above average, and below average schools are likely to stay below average.

AP Passing Rates

For AP students at Temecula Preparatory School who take the exam, it's important to know how they do. Here we have specific data on how many students got a passing grade (a 3 or above) on all, some, or none of the AP exams that they took.

Of all AP test takers, 8 students passed every AP test they took, which is a fantastic job. 11 students passed some but not all AP exams, and 27 students didn't pass ANY AP exam they took.

Unfortunately, this is poor performance compared to other high schools. At Temecula Preparatory School, the majority of AP students fail ALL of the AP exams they take. This usually means that they're not adequately prepared for the national AP exam at the end of the year.

This isn't necessarily the school's fault. AP courses may be too advanced for the typical student at Temecula Preparatory, and it's still a good thing that AP courses are offered at all. Furthermore, it's possible that a majority of the AP exams taken by students at Temecula Preparatory are on the more difficult side.

However, if you're a student at Temecula Preparatory, this is a warning that you'll have to go above and beyond the typical student to pass your AP exams. This may entail self-studying, figuring out who the better AP teachers are and trying to get into their classes, and working hard.

To find out the passing rates for specific AP courses at Temecula Preparatory School, you'll have to talk to your guidance counselor (who can then help you find that information). For instance, one AP Calculus teacher may have an above-90% passing rate, while another might only have a 50% passing rate. If you can, you'll want to take the class with the teacher who has more students get a 3 or above on the AP exam.

Find out more about the average score for each AP subject here.

State Tests

As of 2014, eleventh graders attending Temecula Preparatory School must take standardized tests in English/Language Arts and Math as part of the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP). These align with the new Common Core standards and are called the "Smarter Balanced" tests.

If Temecula Preparatory students meet or exceed state standards, they're academically prepared to graduate high school and go to college. Specifically, we care about the percentage of students who meet or exceed state standards. The larger this number, the higher the preparation of students at Temecula Preparatory.

English/Language Arts

At Temecula Preparatory School, 87% of students meet or exceed state standards in English/Language Arts.

This is considered excellent and puts Temecula Preparatory in the top 5% of all high schools in California for English/Language Arts. The vast majority of Temecula Preparatory students easily meet state standards, and many of them are likely well above average. Students here are very well prepared academically.

English/Language Arts Test Results (2015)

Read more about what’s measured in each ELA area score here.

Math

The other major test taken for state assessments is Math. Across the state, Math performance is generally lower than English/Language Arts performance, so it's natural for this number to be lower.

At Temecula Preparatory School, 58% of students meet or exceed state standards in Math. This is considered well below average and puts Temecula Preparatory in the bottom 25% of all high schools in California. The vast majority of Temecula Preparatory students don't meet state standards, and only a small percentage pass.

Math Test Results (2015)

Read more about what’s measured in each Math area score, go here.

Academic Offerings

In addition to the standard high school curriculum, many high schools like Temecula Preparatory School offer advanced coursework as part of the Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) programs.

Brief Intro to AP/IB

AP and IB courses are designed at the difficulty level of college introductory classes. There are several important benefits to taking advanced coursework at Temecula Preparatory. First, taking more advanced classes shows colleges that you're committed to challenging yourself academically, and that you're one of the more advanced students at Temecula Preparatory. Taking AP/IB classes also raises your weighted GPA and makes you a stronger college applicant.

Furthermore, many colleges will accept your Temecula Preparatory AP/IB coursework as college coursework. In some cases, you'll be able to skip introductory-level classes and move to more advanced classes. In other cases, you'll be able to avoid having to take required courses and might even be able to graduate earlier than the standard 4 years. Often this will require you to pass the AP test, getting a score of 3 or above.

So what advanced courses does Temecula Preparatory School offer?

AP Courses

Temecula Preparatory School offers AP courses in 13 subjects.

This is a reasonable number of AP subjects, putting Temecula Preparatory School in the top 50% of California schools that offer AP courses. You'll likely have access to some of the most popular math and humanities AP subjects, as well as a few others.

The total number of AP subjects is 38, so Temecula Preparatory is missing a large number of subjects, including some popular ones. If there are any AP courses you want to take that aren't being offered at Temecula Preparatory, ask your counselor for ideas on how to cover the gap.

Of course, keep in mind that quality matters even more than quantity - even if Temecula Preparatory doesn't offer every AP course under the sun, the classes might still be taught very well. You can see student performance in the AP score analysis section above.

The following AP courses were offered at Temecula Preparatory during 2015-2016:

Course Title
Art History
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Music Theory
Psychology
Statistics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
United States History

Sports Teams

Finally, we'll cover which sports teams are available at Temecula Preparatory School. Sports are an integral part of many students' high school experiences. The more sports that are available, and the more levels supported (Frosh, JV, Varsity), the more likely you'll be able to participate in a sport at Temecula Preparatory.

By the way, the Temecula Preparatory mascot is the Patriots. Go Patriots!

Temecula Preparatory School fields 12 teams for girls' sports. This is a relatively number that puts Temecula Preparatory in the bottom 50% of California schools that offer girls' sports. This is understandable - sports teams are expensive to support, and many schools would rather put those resources elsewhere. If you participate in a sport that Temecula Preparatory doesn't offer, consider joining a local non-school team to get practice and compete.

And now for the boys: Temecula Preparatory School fields 13 teams for boys' sports. This relatively number puts Temecula Preparatory in the bottom 50% of California schools that offer boys' sports. Sports teams are expensive to support, and Temecula Preparatory may not be able to offer the full range of options. If you participate in a sport that Temecula Preparatory doesn't offer, consider joining a local non-school team to get practice and compete.

Boys Teams	Girls Teams
Basketball Var JV Fr	Basketball Var JV Fr
Golf Var JV Fr
	Fieldhockey Var JV Fr
Football Var JV Fr
Wrestling Var JV Fr
Volleyball Var JV Fr	Volleyball Var JV Fr
Baseball Var JV Fr
	Softball Var JV Fr
Trackfield Var JV Fr	Trackfield Var JV Fr
Crosscountry Var JV Fr	Crosscountry Var JV Fr
Soccer Var JV Fr	Soccer Var JV Fr
	Tennis Var JV Fr

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