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4.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Thousand Palms, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
4.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$80,280

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$260,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
79%

Of occupied housing units

How Thousand Palms compares

Median household income

$80k

81% of California median

About Schools in Thousand Palms, California

Thousand Palms, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Thousand Palms show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Thousand Palms is Della S. Lindley Elementary with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Thousand Palms is served by 1 school district: Palm Springs Unified. These districts collectively serve 20,416 students.

Thousand Palms's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,280. The poverty rate in the area is 10.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Della S. Lindley Elementary
575 students · Kindergarten–5th 		4.9

Schools in Thousand Palms

Thousand Palms, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$80,280

Median Home Value

$260,500

Median Rent

$1,432/mo

Population

7,662

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

79%

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Community Profile

Thousand Palms has a median household income of $80,280. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $260,500, with a median rent of $1,432/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
California
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
4.9/10

Resources

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School District

Palm Springs Unified

28 schools · 20,416 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Thousand Palms, California

How many schools are in Thousand Palms, California?

Thousand Palms has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Thousand Palms, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Thousand Palms is 4.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Thousand Palms, California?

The top-ranked school in Thousand Palms on MySchoolScout is Della S. Lindley Elementary with a composite score of 4.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Thousand Palms, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Thousand Palms on MySchoolScout is Della S. Lindley Elementary with a composite score of 4.9/10.

How many school districts serve Thousand Palms, California?

Thousand Palms is served by 1 school district: Palm Springs Unified.

What is the education level in Thousand Palms, California?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Thousand Palms have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Thousand Palms, California?

The median household income in Thousand Palms is approximately $80,280 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Thousand Palms, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Thousand Palms is 19.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Thousand Palms, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.