Top 5 Best 92262 California Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,832 students in 92262, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 575 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 92262, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92262, CA are Katherine Finchy Elementary School, Vista Del Monte Elementary School and Palm Springs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92262 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 92262, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92262, CA Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
777 E. Tachevah Dr.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8190
Grades: K-5
| 562 students
Rank: #22.
Vista Del Monte Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2744 N. Via Miraleste
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8176
Grades: K-5
| 487 students
Rank: #33.
Palm Springs High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2401 E. Baristo Rd.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 778-0400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,617 students
Rank: #44.
Raymond Cree Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1011 Vista Chino
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8283
Grades: 6-8
| 727 students
Rank: n/an/a
1704 Cape Horn
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(833) 619-2378
Grades: 3-12
| 439 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 92262, CA?
How many public schools are located in 92262, CA?
5 public schools are located in 92262, CA.
What percentage of students in 92262, CA go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 92262, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92262, CA?
92262, CA public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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