Serving 727 students in grades 8-12, Desert Sands Charter 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 18% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Sands Charter's student population of 727 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
37 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Sands Charter 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 Desert Sands Charter is 0.60, 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
#7671 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
11%
20%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
18%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
key club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
Independent Study / Personalized Learning
- Grades 9-12
- Age 16-19
- Free Tutoring
- Flexible Weekly Appointments
- One-on-One Teacher Mentoring
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Sands Charter's ranking?
Desert Sands Charter is ranked #7671 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Sands Charter?
The graduation rate of Desert Sands Charter is 18%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Desert Sands Charter?
727 students attend Desert Sands Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Desert Sands Charter students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Desert Sands Charter offer ?
Desert Sands Charter offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Desert Sands Charter part of?
Desert Sands Charter is part of Desert Sands Charter School District.
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