For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,266 students in 92260, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,032 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 92260, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92260, CA are George Washington Charter, James Earl Carter Elementary School and Palm Desert High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92260 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 92260, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92260, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George Washington Charter
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45-768 Portola Ave.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4350
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4350
Grades: K-5
| 741 students
Rank: #22.
James Earl Carter Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
74-251 Hovley Ln. E.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4370
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4370
Grades: K-5
| 528 students
Rank: #33.
Palm Desert High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
74-910 Aztec Rd.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4300
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,122 students
Rank: #44.
Palm Desert Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
74-200 Rutledge Way
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4320
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4320
Grades: 6-8
| 1,298 students
Rank: #55.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
74-100 Rutledge Way
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4340
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 862-4340
Grades: K-5
| 577 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92260, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92260, CA include George Washington Charter, James Earl Carter Elementary School and Palm Desert High School.
How many public schools are located in 92260, CA?
5 public schools are located in 92260, CA.
What percentage of students in 92260, CA go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 92260, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92260, CA?
92260, CA public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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