For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,645 students in 92264, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 396 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 92264, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92264, CA are Cielo Vista Charter, Cahuilla Elementary School and Desert Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92264 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92264, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92264, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cielo Vista Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
650 South Paseo Dorotea
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 416-8250
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 416-8250
Gr: K-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Cahuilla Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
833 East Mesquite Ave.
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 416-8161
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 416-8161
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Desert Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2248 East Ramon Rd.
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 778-0487
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 778-0487
Gr: K-12 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
92264, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ramon Academy (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
2248 E. Ramon Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 778-0487
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 778-0487
Gr: 7-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92264, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92264, CA include Cielo Vista Charter, Cahuilla Elementary School and Desert Learning Academy.
How many public schools are located in 92264?
4 public schools are located in 92264.
What percentage of students in 92264 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 92264 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92264?
92264 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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