For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,266 students in 92253, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92253, CA are Harry S. Truman Elementary School, La Quinta Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92253 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92253, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92253, CA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harry S. Truman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
78-870 Ave. 50
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4230
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4230
Grades: K-5
| 666 students
Rank: #22.
La Quinta Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
78-900 Ave. 50
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4220
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4220
Grades: 6-8
| 754 students
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
77-800 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9424
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9424
Grades: K-5
| 619 students
Rank: #44.
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
43-495 Palm Royale Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9710
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9710
Grades: 6-8
| 436 students
Rank: #55.
Horizon
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
43-330 Palm Royale Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9720
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9720
Grades: K-12
| 414 students
Rank: #66.
James Madison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
50-800 Desert Club Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 775-3850
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 775-3850
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: n/an/a
50-800 Desert Club Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4260
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4260
Grades: K-1
| n/a students
92253, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
50-800 Desert Club Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4260
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4260
Grades: K-5
| 400 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92253, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92253, CA include Harry S. Truman Elementary School, La Quinta Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92253?
7 public elementary schools are located in 92253.
What is the racial composition of students in 92253?
92253 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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