Best Schools in Indian Wells, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Gerald R. Ford Elementary
Elementary · Desert Sands Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$1,002,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$1,002,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Indian Wells schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Indian Wells
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gerald R. Ford Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $145,313
- Median home value
- $1,002,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 59%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Indian Wells compares
Median household income
$145k
146% of California median
About Schools in Indian Wells, California
Indian Wells, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Indian Wells show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Indian Wells is Gerald R. Ford Elementary with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Indian Wells is served by 1 school district: Desert Sands Unified. These districts collectively serve 25,898 students.
Indian Wells's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $145,313. The poverty rate in the area is 3.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 615 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
Schools in Indian Wells
Indian Wells, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$145,313
Median Home Value
$1,002,200
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
4,830
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Community Profile
Indian Wells has a median household income of $145,313. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,002,200, with a median rent of $1,029/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Indian Wells, California
How many schools are in Indian Wells, California?
Indian Wells has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Indian Wells, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Indian Wells is 5.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Indian Wells, California?
The top-ranked school in Indian Wells on MySchoolScout is Gerald R. Ford Elementary with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Indian Wells, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Indian Wells on MySchoolScout is Gerald R. Ford Elementary with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Indian Wells, California?
Indian Wells is served by 1 school district: Desert Sands Unified.
What is the education level in Indian Wells, California?
According to Census data, 59% of adults in Indian Wells have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Indian Wells, California?
The median household income in Indian Wells is approximately $145,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Indian Wells, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Indian Wells is 24.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Indian Wells, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.