6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Twenty Nine Palms, California

1 schools · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $55,515
Median home value: $224,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 19 min
Owner-occupied homes: 42%

How Twenty Nine Palms compares

Median household income

$56k

56% of California median

About Schools in Twenty Nine Palms, California

Twenty Nine Palms, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Twenty Nine Palms show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Twenty Nine Palms is La Contenta Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Twenty Nine Palms is served by 1 school district: Morongo Unified. These districts collectively serve 7,359 students.

Twenty Nine Palms's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,515. The poverty rate in the area is 16.6%.

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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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	La Contenta Middle 645 students · 7th–8th	645	7th–8th	6.3

Schools in Twenty Nine Palms

Twenty Nine Palms, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$55,515

Median Home Value

$224,300

Median Rent

$1,267/mo

Population

27,742

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

42%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Community Profile

Twenty Nine Palms has a median household income of $55,515. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $224,300, with a median rent of $1,267/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Resources

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School District

Morongo Unified

17 schools · 7,359 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 Twenty Nine Palms, California

How many schools are in Twenty Nine Palms, California?

Twenty Nine 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 Twenty Nine Palms, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Twenty Nine Palms is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Twenty Nine Palms on MySchoolScout is La Contenta Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Twenty Nine Palms, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Twenty Nine Palms on MySchoolScout is La Contenta Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Twenty Nine Palms, California?

Twenty Nine Palms is served by 1 school district: Morongo Unified.

What is the education level in Twenty Nine Palms, California?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Twenty Nine Palms have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Twenty Nine Palms, California?

The median household income in Twenty Nine Palms is approximately $55,515 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Twenty Nine Palms is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Twenty Nine 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.