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James Monroe Elementary

Desert Sands Unified · Riverside County · 42-100 Yucca Lane, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203-8100

(760) 772-4130 · www.dsusd.us

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7/10
#1733
Rank 1733 out of 5,722
Top 30%
English Language Arts7/10 · #1771 · 69th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1565 · 73rd percentile
Science7/10 · #2106 · 62nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the sun-soaked community of Bermuda Dunes near Palm Springs, James Monroe Elementary offers a solid academic program that sits comfortably above average in both English and math, making it a reliable choice for families planting roots in this desert enclave. The area has a relaxed, resort-adjacent feel with easy access to the Coachella Valley's outdoor lifestyle, and the school draws families who appreciate a stable, community-oriented environment without the hustle of a bigger city. For those moving to the Bermuda Dunes area, Monroe is a reassuring presence in the Desert Sands district.

Student Demographics

288 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
183 (64%)
White
75 (26%)
Multiple Races
11 (4%)
Asian
8 (3%)
Other
11 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners35 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged193 (67%)
Students with Disabilities32 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

562
Enrollment
24.1
Teachers (FTE)
23.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
19.5
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 Programs3/10 · #4356 · 28th percentile

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