Serving 740 students in grades 6-8, Desert Springs 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Springs Middle School's student population of 740 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Desert Springs 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 Desert Springs Middle 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
#8031 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Springs Middle School's ranking?
Desert Springs Middle School is ranked #8031 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Desert Springs Middle School?
740 students attend Desert Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Desert Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Springs Middle School?
Desert Springs Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Desert Springs Middle School offer ?
Desert Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Desert Springs Middle School part of?
Desert Springs Middle School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
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