For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,313 students in 92262, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92262, CA are Katherine Finchy Elementary School, Raymond Cree Middle School and Vista Del Monte Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92262 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92262, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92262, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
777 East Tachevah Dr.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8190
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8190
Gr: K-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Raymond Cree Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Vista Chino
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8283
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8283
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Vista Del Monte Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2744 North Via Miraleste
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8176
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8176
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1704 Cape Horn
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(833) 619-2378
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(833) 619-2378
Gr: K-12 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92262, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92262, CA include Katherine Finchy Elementary School, Raymond Cree Middle School and Vista Del Monte Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92262?
4 public elementary schools are located in 92262.
What is the racial composition of students in 92262?
92262 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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