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Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8Charter

Palm Desert Charter Middle

Desert Sands Unified · Riverside County · 74-200 Rutledge Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260-2646

(760) 862-4320 · www.dsusd.us

8/10
#391
Rank 391 out of 1,315
Top 30%
English Language Arts8/10 · #356 · 73rd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #407 · 69th percentile
Science7/10 · #444 · 67th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the heart of the Coachella Valley, Palm Desert Charter Middle offers a solid academic foundation with strong English scores and a well-rounded curriculum that stands out in the desert region. As a charter school, it attracts families who are looking for a bit more intentionality in their child's middle school experience — the kind of parents who want structure and accountability without sacrificing a welcoming community feel. Palm Desert itself is one of the more polished cities in the valley, with tree-lined streets, easy access to outdoor recreation, and a quieter, suburban energy that makes it a comfortable place to raise kids during these sometimes-tricky middle school years.

Student Demographics

1,247 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
643 (52%)
White
428 (34%)
Multiple Races
59 (5%)
Asian
54 (4%)
Filipino
23 (2%)
African American
19 (2%)
Other
21 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners263 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged769 (62%)
Students with Disabilities133 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,298
Enrollment
49.2
Teachers (FTE)
26.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
15
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 Programs6/10 · #679 · 51st percentile

77 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found