Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Julius Corsini Elementary 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Julius Corsini Elementary serves the northern part of Desert Hot Springs, CA, covering an area of approximately 89.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located around 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julius Corsini Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Julius Corsini Elementary 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 Julius Corsini Elementary School 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
#8568 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2024. 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 Julius Corsini Elementary School's ranking?
Julius Corsini Elementary School is ranked #8568 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Julius Corsini Elementary School?
397 students attend Julius Corsini Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Julius Corsini Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julius Corsini Elementary School?
Julius Corsini Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Julius Corsini Elementary School offer ?
Julius Corsini Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Julius Corsini Elementary School part of?
Julius Corsini Elementary School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
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