2019 Best Schools in the Palm Springs AreaAbout this List

Palm Valley School

• Private School
• Rancho Mirage, CA
• PK, K-12
• 52

Parent: This is hands-down the best school in the Coachella Valley! My children are thriving here and we just started this year. The Head of School is warm and friendly, and all the teachers are incredible. We could not be more satisfied!
Read 52 Reviews

• A+

• 275 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Xavier College Preparatory High School

• Private School
• Palm Desert, CA
• 9-12
• 162

Senior: What I liked about Xavier College Preparatory High School is how connected the students and teachers and faculty are. Teachers are very nice there and always willing to help the student(s). They make class interesting and are very hyped up and encourage the students to be active in not just the classroom but outside it as well. When you have a special talent, you can go to a teacher and show it to them and they give you so much encouragement and support, it's almost like you showed your talent to you parent rather than a teacher. It is pure love and education all around the school. A problem I have with Xavier College Prep High School is how they let a lot of students get away with stuff. It gets very irritating when a student who is obviously a trouble maker somehow gets away with what they've done. Xavier is to nice in my opinion and they should try to be more strict on people who clearly have a nick for doing stuff that goes against Xavier's rules.
Read 162 Reviews

• A

• 565 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Desert Christian Academy

• Private School
• Bermuda Dunes, CA
• PK, K-12
• 11

Senior: Desert Christian Academy is a excellent school for kids all ages! The teachers and staff strive for excellence and take time out of their personal lives to help you excel in your studies and social life, the administration at DCA are very nice and helpful to find a way for your child to attend at a great price! Our chaplain is also very dedicated to the student body and is loving and kind. I have gone to DCA since my freshman year and have won homecoming princess my freshman and senior year, I also participated on the cheer team my senior year and was blessed by a wonderful cheer coach. The sports here are also very different, they put Christ first and I love it! Overall, this is a great school and I highly recommend it! I love knowing I will be graduating this year and will accomplished in getting my College Prep Diploma!
Read 11 Reviews

• B+

• 511 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rancho Mirage High School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 86

Alum: Rancho Mirage High School is the newest of the five high schools in the Palm Springs Unified School District. The facility is built with a state of the art performing arts center, culinary arts center, and gymnasium. Student involvement is encouraged in every academic and extracurricular activity. Rather than having a staff member lead the students, they take pride in handing them leadership responsibilities that will mold them into responsible, problem solving, adults.
Read 86 Reviews

• B

• 1,566 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Palm Springs High School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 362

Senior: Palm Springs High School is a diverse campus with much care for the diversity and interest of students both in academics and extra curricular activities. The school is an all inclusive establishment with many heritage days, rallies, and many more that keeps students, regardless of background or untreated involved. The academic of excellence of students is taken into high regard at the school make sure that every student has a path best suited for the interests and possible pursuit of career. PSHS Teachers go above and beyond for their students to ensure the best possible learning environment for students and making the campus a safe place for all. Overall the Palm Springs High School campus is a wonderful place for those who wish to make the most out of their high school careers and be able to ensure that not only their academics but also hobbies and intests as well as overall character is developed and nurtured for life outside of high school.
Read 362 Reviews

• B

• 1,778 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cielo Vista Charter School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-7

• B

• 818 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rancho Mirage Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 6

Niche User: 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 knowledge and dreams to the next level. I recommend this school to all my friends and family.
Read 6 Reviews

• B

• 421 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Katherine Finchy Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 3

Niche User: 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

• B-

• 671 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cathedral City High School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 498

Senior: My experience while at cathedral city highschool is great! Everyone is extremely kinda and always wanting to participate in anyway they can. The teachers are very involved and sweet to the students, I am always learning somthing new! The school always have activities and events going on, which is great.
Read 498 Reviews

• B-

• 1,623 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rio Vista Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• B-

• 744 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cahuilla Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• B-

• 571 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sunny Sands Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• B-

• 866 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

James Workman Middle School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 6-8

• B-

• 1,428 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Vista del Monte Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• B-

• 473 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nova Academy - Coachella

• Coachella Valley Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 65

Alum: Attending this unique charter school has aided and benefited me in a lot of ways. The overall staff makes an effort to connect with the student and work with his/her strengths or weaknesses. This school loves showing school spirit and create fun activities that become an overall traditions such as picnics. They offer a period of the time described as Family class and it helps new students build new friendships and overall bond. Classes are much smaller, which benefits the student, allowing aid from the teacher one on one. Teachers offer a lot of aid after school and are so friendly and humble. Definitely recommend this school if you reside within Coachella. This school definitely prepares you for college and help you with university applications and scholarships applications.
Read 65 Reviews

• B-

• 207 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Desert Hot Springs High School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 290

Senior: Throughout my high school career at Desert Hot Springs High School, I have been increasingly surprised in the growing efforts of both local and district members in supplying the campus with the necessities required for the student body to prosper both academically and within the community. In these past three years, the campus has flourished in recognizing the cultures present in our community, offering academic resources such as tutoring, training camps, and Saturday school; and supporting the student athletes who surpass all expectations in both academics and their sport. Although the hygiene can fluctuate in its appearance at the school, it is a present issue our administration is striving to remedy.
Read 290 Reviews

• C+

• 1,726 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Della S. Lindley Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• C+

• 649 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Landau Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• C+

• 707 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

West Shores High School

• Coachella Valley Unified School District, CA
• 7-12
• 93

Junior: West Shores High School is a small community with big dreams. Everybody knows everybody, but at times it makes me think what else the world has to offer me. Great school! Lots of communication and one on one with my teachers.
Read 93 Reviews

• C+

• 443 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Raymond Cree Middle School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 6-8

• C+

• 886 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nellie N. Coffman Middle School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 6-8
• 8

Senior: It was a great experience to attend this middle school. The electives were great, I learned a lot in the honors classes I took, and the best part is I never experienced or saw bullying.
Read 8 Reviews

• C

• 1,095 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mt. San Jacinto High School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• 9-12
• 9

Sophomore: I met so many new people and grew so much as a student and person! Everyone was so helpful, the counselors were always there to provide advice and to show you your plan for your years at MSJC. My professors were amazing! Never had such welcoming and helpful teachers who really want you to succeed in life. They were personable in the perfect way possible.
Read 9 Reviews

• C

• 429 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cabot Yerxa Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5
• 1

• C

• 777 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bella Vista Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• C

• 777 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Agua Caliente Elementary School

• Palm Springs Unified School District, CA
• K-5

• C-

• 594 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio