Serving 1,099 students in grades 6-8, John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 1,099 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Glenn Middle School of International Studies serves the southwest part of Indio, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies's student population of 1,099 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,099 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies is 0.41, 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
#4191 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies's ranking?
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies is ranked #4191 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies often compared to?
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School, Palm Desert Charter Middle School, La Quinta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies?
1,099 students attend John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies?
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies offer ?
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies part of?
John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
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