Serving 1,298 students in grades 6-8, Palm Desert Charter Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Desert Charter Middle School's student population of 1,298 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The community of Palm Desert Charter Middle School collaborates to provide a safe and nurturing environment in which students pursue academic excellence, environmental stewardship, and social accountability as global citizens.
School Rankings
Palm Desert Charter Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Desert Charter Middle School is 0.61, 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
#2727 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Desert Charter Middle School's ranking?
Palm Desert Charter Middle School is ranked #2727 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palm Desert Charter Middle School often compared to?
Palm Desert Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Glenn Middle School Of International Studies, Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palm Desert Charter Middle School?
1,298 students attend Palm Desert Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Palm Desert Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Desert Charter Middle School?
Palm Desert Charter Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palm Desert Charter Middle School offer ?
Palm Desert Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palm Desert Charter Middle School part of?
Palm Desert Charter Middle School is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
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