Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Desert Springs Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Springs Middle serves the northeast part of Desert Hot Springs, CA, covering an area of approximately 140.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 6 miles and the furthest edge located 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Springs Middle School's student population of 749 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
749 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Springs Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Springs Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8031 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
85%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Springs Middle School's ranking?
Desert Springs Middle School is ranked #8031 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Desert Springs Middle School?
749 students attend Desert Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Desert Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Springs Middle School?
Desert Springs Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Desert Springs Middle School offer ?
Desert Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Desert Springs Middle School part of?
Desert Springs Middle School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
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