2023 Best Elementary Schools in the Palm Springs Area

#1 Best Private K-12 Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Palm Valley School

Blue checkmark.

Private School,

RANCHO MIRAGE, CA,

PK, K-12,

67 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says Palm Valley is a wonderful school! I am a graduate and now my son attends, with my daughter joining next year. From personal experience I know the academics and college preparation are unparalleled...The small school atmosphere requires you to foster relationships with a diverse group of classmates that you may not otherwise. I still speak to and see my classmates regularly and see them as...The teachers that really impacted my life as a student are still teaching there today and it brings me so much joy that one day my children can be taught by them too!.

Read 67 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 337,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

#1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

James Monroe Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says My children have been attending this school over the last 13 years. We have never left, no matter where we have lived and never will until they have all moved up. This school feels like home, the....

Read 2 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 586,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

#2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

George Washington Charter School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 741,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 25 to 1,

#3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

James Earl Carter Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 528,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,

#4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Gerald R. Ford Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 624,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1,

#2 Best Private K-12 Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Desert Christian Academy

Blue checkmark.

Private School,

BERMUDA DUNES, CA,

PK, K-12,

16 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

Featured Review: Alum says There is so much to say about Desert Christian Academy because of the relationships, academics, and athletics they not only provide but conquer in. The relationships not only with students but with....

Read 16 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 511,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,

#3 Best Private K-12 Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Desert Chapel Christian School

Blue checkmark.

Private School,

PALM SPRINGS, CA,

K-12,

24 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says Teachers seem to really care, are approachable and so far we have been very happy with the curriculum. Faculty is responsive, patient and friendly with questions and issues. We are very pleased with....

Read 24 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 187,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

#5 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Amelia Earhart Elementary School Of International Studies

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 805,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

#6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Ronald Reagan Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 801,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

#7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Harry S. Truman Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 663,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,

#8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Martin Van Buren Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 537,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

#9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Katherine Finchy Elementary School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-5,

3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

Featured Review: Niche User says My overall experience with this school was great, had great staff loving parent groups in which they'd motivate us to accomplish our goals and succeed in our education..

Read 3 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 606,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1,

#10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Cielo Vista Charter School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-8,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Freshman says This is one of the best schools I have ever attended! The teachers are so welcoming and they LOVE their jobs. I had enrolled in 7th grade during this pandemic (2020-2021) and I excelled. Our teachers....

Read 2 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 871,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

#11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Horizon School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

K-12,

10 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

Featured Review: Senior says Horizon is a great school for those who are willing to learn but need to learn at their own pace. The alternative education style makes it easier to connect with teachers and truly understand the....

Read 10 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 780,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 56 to 1,

#12 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Rancho Mirage Elementary School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-5,

4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

Featured Review: Niche User says I when to Rancho Mirage Elementary school, I enjoy ever moment of it. The teachers are very nice and caring for their students. We had fun programs and event happening. They help us explain our....

Read 4 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 365,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,

#13 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 587,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 20 to 1,

#14 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Rio Vista Elementary School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 663,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

#15 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 577,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

#16 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Carrillo Ranch Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 501,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 22 to 1,

#17 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Vista Del Monte Elementary School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 553,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,

#18 Best Public Elementary Schools in Palm Springs Area.

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Alum says I like the learning atmosphere the teachers and staff had given me. It's a gret experience for all children and I alos enjoyed doing all the fun activities when I went there. I wish I could've seen....

Read 1 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: B,

Students: 567,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

Sunny Sands Elementary School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

Students: 711,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24 to 1,

Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Desert Sands Unified School District, CA,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

Students: 525,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,

Cahuilla Elementary School

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

Students: 428,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 21 to 1,

Desert Learning Academy

Palm Springs Unified School District, CA,

K-12,

2 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

Featured Review: Niche User says Desert Learning Academy provides students the best education for student looking for an alternative to traditional schools. Student have access to teachers, counseling, and administration when and if....

Read 2 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

Students: 247,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 25 to 1,