Serving 688 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Quinta Middle School's student population of 688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Mascot
Bulldogs
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 0.40, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
688 students attend La Quinta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of La Quinta Middle School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Quinta Middle School?
La Quinta Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, 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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