Serving 1,020 students in grades 6-8, James Workman 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Workman Middle serves the northern part of Cathedral City, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Workman Middle School's student population of 1,020 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,020 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Workman 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 James Workman Middle School is 0.31, 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
#5653 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Workman Middle School's ranking?
James Workman Middle School is ranked #5653 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are James Workman Middle School often compared to?
James Workman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nellie N. Coffman Middle School, Raymond Cree Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend James Workman Middle School?
1,020 students attend James Workman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of James Workman Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Workman Middle School?
James Workman Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does James Workman Middle School offer ?
James Workman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Workman Middle School part of?
James Workman Middle School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing school. There is lots of support from the teachers, counselors, and even my own peers. Helps me get over my fear of talking in front of large crowds.
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