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Martin Van Buren Elementary

Desert Sands Unified · Riverside County · 47-733 Van Buren Street, Indio, CA 92201-7144

(760) 775-3870 · www.dsusd.us

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5/10
#3022
Rank 3022 out of 5,722
Top 53%
English Language Arts5/10 · #3068 · 46th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #2912 · 49th percentile
Science5/10 · #3248 · 42nd percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Martin Van Buren Elementary sits in the heart of Indio, a growing desert city in the Coachella Valley known for its warm community spirit and proximity to outdoor recreation and cultural events like the famous music festivals nearby. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid neighborhood option for families putting down roots in this part of the valley. It's a good fit for families who value a familiar, community-connected school experience in an area that's seen a lot of growth and investment in recent years.

Student Demographics

257 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
241 (94%)
White
4 (2%)
Other
12 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners134 (52%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged242 (94%)
Students with Disabilities38 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

533
Enrollment
24.6
Teachers (FTE)
21.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
19
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 · #4282 · 29th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found