Desert Ridge Academy

Desert Ridge Academy sits in the fast-growing northern Indio area, where newer subdivisions and desert landscapes define the feel of the community. Families here are navigating a competitive Coachella Valley school landscape, and while Desert Ridge's academic scores trail many schools in the region, it serves a large and diverse population of middle schoolers finding their footing. For families settling into the newer developments off the I-10 corridor, it's the neighborhood option, and getting involved in the school community early can make a real difference in the experience.