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Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies

Desert Sands Unified · Riverside County · 45-250 Dune Palms Road, Indio, CA 92201-0901

(760) 200-3720 · www.dsusd.us

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6/10
#2549
Rank 2549 out of 5,722
Top 45%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2620 · 54th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2718 · 53rd percentile
Science7/10 · #2152 · 62nd percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the sun-drenched Coachella Valley, Amelia Earhart Elementary stands out in Indio with its international studies focus, giving kids a broader lens on the world from the earliest grades — a nice fit for families who want more than a standard curriculum. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with a slight edge in science, and draws parents who appreciate a school with a clear identity and sense of purpose. Indio itself has a tight-knit, culturally rich community, and for families planting roots in the eastern valley, this school offers something a little different from the typical neighborhood option.

Student Demographics

373 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
245 (66%)
White
86 (23%)
Multiple Races
11 (3%)
Asian
9 (2%)
Other
22 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners47 (13%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged235 (63%)
Students with Disabilities45 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

748
Enrollment
34.6
Teachers (FTE)
21.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
23.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #4210 · 30th percentile

52 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.