4.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Twentynine Palms, California

16 schools · 11 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 15

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 4.5/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Twentynine Palms by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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High · Morongo Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Elementary · Morongo Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Twentynine Palms for 2026 are Twentynine Palms High (6.6/10), Morongo Valley Elementary (5.7/10), and Friendly Hills Elementary (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Best value · beats the odds

Twentynine Palms High

Rates 6.6/10 despite 62% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Twentynine Palms schools.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Friendly Hills Elementary

STAAR proficiency rose +9.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Twentynine Palms schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Twentynine Palms

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 16). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Twentynine Palms High	6.6 / 10	High	+2.1	54th
2	Morongo Valley Elementary	5.7 / 10	Elementary	+1.2	36th
3	Friendly Hills Elementary	5.7 / 10	Elementary	+1.2	36th
4	Black Rock Alternative/continuation	5.3 / 10	High	+0.8	29th
5	Yucca Valley High	5.2 / 10	High	+0.7	27th
6	Twentynine Palms Junior High	5.1 / 10	Middle	+0.6	25th
7	Landers Elementary	4.9 / 10	Elementary	+0.4	22th
8	Condor Elementary	4.3 / 10	Elementary	-0.2	14th
9	Yucca Mesa Elementary	4.1 / 10	Elementary	-0.4	11th
10	Yucca Valley Elementary	4.0 / 10	Elementary	-0.5	10th

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.5/10
Median household income: $58,054
Median home value: $248,250
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 19 min
Owner-occupied homes: 48%

How Twentynine Palms compares

California rank

#580 of 597

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.8

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$58k

58% of California median

Schools in this city

15

About Schools in Twentynine Palms, California

Twentynine Palms, California is home to 16 schools, including 15 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Twentynine Palms 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 Twentynine Palms is Twentynine Palms High with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

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

Twentynine Palms's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,054. The poverty rate in the area is 18.6%.

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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Elementary Schools

11 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Morongo Valley Elementary 184 students · Kindergarten–6th	184	Kindergarten–6th	5.7
2	Friendly Hills Elementary 262 students · Kindergarten–6th	262	Kindergarten–6th	5.7
3	Landers Elementary 126 students · Kindergarten–6th	126	Kindergarten–6th	4.9
4	Condor Elementary 389 students · Kindergarten–6th	389	Kindergarten–6th	4.3
5	Yucca Mesa Elementary 389 students · Kindergarten–6th	389	Kindergarten–6th	4.1
6	Yucca Valley Elementary 517 students · Kindergarten–6th	517	Kindergarten–6th	4.0
7	Joshua Tree Elementary 260 students · Kindergarten–6th	260	Kindergarten–6th	3.8
8	Twentynine Palms Elementary 546 students · Kindergarten–6th	546	Kindergarten–6th	3.7
9	Onaga Elementary 622 students · Kindergarten–6th	622	Kindergarten–6th	3.6
10	Palm Vista Elementary 390 students · Kindergarten–6th	390	Kindergarten–6th	2.9

Show all 11 elementary schools in Twentynine Palms

Oasis Elementary

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Twentynine Palms Junior High 415 students · 7th–8th	415	7th–8th	5.1

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Twentynine Palms High 723 students · 9th–12th	723	9th–12th	6.6
2	Black Rock Alternative/continuation 128 students · 9th–12th	128	9th–12th	5.3
3	Yucca Valley High 1,271 students · 9th–12th	1,271	9th–12th	5.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Apostolic Christian Academy Private 8 students · 2nd–12th	8	2nd–12th	—

Schools in Twentynine Palms

Twentynine Palms, California · 16 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$58,054

Median Home Value

$248,250

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

55,889

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

48%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Community Profile

Twentynine Palms has a median household income of $58,054. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $248,250, with a median rent of $1,111/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: California
Elementary: 11
Middle: 1
High: 4

Resources

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School District

Morongo Unified

17 schools · 7,359 students

Nearby Cities

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Bermuda Dunes (2 schools)

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Rancho Mirage (4 schools)

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Palm Desert (19 schools)

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Palm Springs (13 schools)

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Indian Wells (1 school)

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Indio (23 schools)

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La Quinta (9 schools)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Twentynine Palms, California

How many schools are in Twentynine Palms, California?

Twentynine Palms has 16 schools, including 15 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Twentynine Palms is 4.5 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 Twentynine Palms, California?

The top-ranked school in Twentynine Palms on MySchoolScout is Twentynine Palms High with a composite score of 6.6/10.

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

The top-ranked elementary school in Twentynine Palms on MySchoolScout is Morongo Valley Elementary with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Twentynine Palms, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Twentynine Palms on MySchoolScout is Twentynine Palms Junior High with a composite score of 5.1/10.

What is the best high school in Twentynine Palms, California?

The top-ranked high school in Twentynine Palms on MySchoolScout is Twentynine Palms High with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Twentynine Palms, California?

Twentynine Palms is served by 1 school district: Morongo Unified.

What is the education level in Twentynine Palms, California?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Twentynine Palms have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Twentynine Palms, California?

The median household income in Twentynine Palms is approximately $58,054 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Twentynine Palms, California?

Yes, Twentynine Palms has 1 private school alongside 15 public schools.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Twentynine Palms is 22.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Twentynine 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 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.