Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Katherine Finchy Elementary School 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine Finchy Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katherine Finchy Elementary School 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 Katherine Finchy Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Finchy Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine Finchy Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Katherine Finchy Elementary School often compared to?
Katherine Finchy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Vista Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Finchy Elementary School?
464 students attend Katherine Finchy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Katherine Finchy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine Finchy Elementary School?
Katherine Finchy Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Katherine Finchy Elementary School offer ?
Katherine Finchy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Katherine Finchy Elementary School part of?
Katherine Finchy Elementary School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Katherine Finchy Elementary School located?
Katherine Finchy Elementary School is located in the The Movie Colony neighborhood of Palm Springs, CA.
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