Serving 692 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunny Sands Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunny Sands Elementary serves the eastern part of Cathedral City, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunny Sands Elementary School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Place Where Kids Can Shine!
School Rankings
Sunny Sands 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 Sunny Sands Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#3389 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunny Sands Elementary School's ranking?
Sunny Sands Elementary School is ranked #3389 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sunny Sands Elementary School often compared to?
Sunny Sands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Landau Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sunny Sands Elementary School?
692 students attend Sunny Sands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Sunny Sands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunny Sands Elementary School?
Sunny Sands Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sunny Sands Elementary School offer ?
Sunny Sands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunny Sands Elementary School part of?
Sunny Sands Elementary School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
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