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Sunny Sands Elementary

Palm Springs Unified · Riverside County · 69-310 McCallum Way, Cathedral City, CA 92234-2997

(760) 770-8635

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7/10
#2226
Rank 2226 out of 5,722
Top 39%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2269 · 60th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2308 · 60th percentile
Science7/10 · #2156 · 62nd percentile

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School Overview

Sunny Sands Elementary sits in Cathedral City, a sun-soaked desert community nestled between Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage in the Coachella Valley. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, making it a reasonable choice for families putting down roots in this tight-knit, working-class city that has its own distinct character apart from its glitzier neighbors. Families who value a stable, community-focused school environment — and don't mind trading some of the valley's resort-town polish for a more grounded neighborhood feel — will find Sunny Sands a comfortable fit.

Student Demographics

320 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
259 (81%)
White
28 (9%)
Filipino
17 (5%)
Multiple Races
8 (3%)
Other
8 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners105 (33%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged313 (98%)
Students with Disabilities34 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

692
Enrollment
34.2
Teachers (FTE)
20.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22.2
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 · #4482 · 26th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found