Best Indian Wells Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 615 students in Indian Wells, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Indian Wells, CA is Gerald R. Ford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Indian Wells, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Indian Wells have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Indian Wells, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gerald R. Ford Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
44-210 Warner Trail
Indian Wells, CA 92210
(760) 772-4120
Gr: K-5 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Indian Wells, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Indian Wells, CA include Gerald R. Ford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Indian Wells?
1 public schools are located in Indian Wells.
What is the racial composition of students in Indian Wells?
Indian Wells public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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