Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, La Quinta 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Quinta Middle serves the southwest part of La Quinta, CA, covering an area of approximately 175.1 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Quinta Middle School's student population of 709 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Quinta 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 La Quinta Middle School is 0.38, 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)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
78%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Quinta Middle School's ranking?
La Quinta 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 La Quinta Middle School often compared to?
La Quinta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Desert Charter Middle School, John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies, Felix J. Appleby Elementary 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 La Quinta Middle School?
709 students attend La Quinta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of La Quinta Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Quinta Middle School?
La Quinta Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Quinta Middle School offer ?
La Quinta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is La Quinta Middle School part of?
La Quinta Middle School is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
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