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#6795 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cabot Yerxa Elementary
Elementary School · Palm Springs Unified
67067 Desert View, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,795 of 9,539
In Desert Hot Springs
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#20 of 27
Palm Springs Unified
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Cabot Yerxa Elementary
Elementary School in Desert Hot Springs · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cabot Yerxa Elementary
Cabot Yerxa Elementary is a public elementary school in Desert Hot Springs, CA, part of Palm Springs Unified. Cabot Yerxa Elementary serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cabot Yerxa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,795 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cabot Yerxa Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cabot Yerxa Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Cabot Yerxa Elementary runs 21.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
54% of students at Cabot Yerxa Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cabot Yerxa Elementary — Students at Cabot Yerxa Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Cabot Yerxa Elementary Compares
See how Cabot Yerxa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
67067 Desert View, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cabot Yerxa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS (rated 7.5/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista del Monte Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunny Sands Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desert Hot Springs, see our Desert Hot Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Springs Middle Desert Hot Springs | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Bubbling Wells Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Two Bunch Palms Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Desert Hot Springs High Desert Hot Springs | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Julius Corsini Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Painted Hills Middle Desert Hot Springs | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 7.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Vista del Monte Elementary Palm Springs | 7.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Raymond Cree Middle Palm Springs | 8.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 8.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs | 8.7 mi | 5.3 |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 9.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 9.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 9.2 mi | — |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Morongo Valley Elementary Twentynine Palms | 8.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 9.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 9.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,284
Median Home Value
$294,200
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
40,918
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
55.7%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
35.6
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| Alcott Elementary Pomona, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Arroyo Vista Charter Chula Vista, CA | 5.3 |
| Balboa Elementary Glendale, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cabot Yerxa Elementary
What grades does Cabot Yerxa Elementary serve?
Cabot Yerxa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cabot Yerxa Elementary?
Cabot Yerxa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cabot Yerxa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cabot Yerxa Elementary is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cabot Yerxa Elementary rank in CA?
Cabot Yerxa Elementary ranks #6,795 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cabot Yerxa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cabot Yerxa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cabot Yerxa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cabot Yerxa Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cabot Yerxa Elementary a charter school?
No, Cabot Yerxa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cabot Yerxa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cabot Yerxa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cabot Yerxa Elementary?
93.2% of students at Cabot Yerxa Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 673
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (760) 251-2223
Resources & Links
District
Palm Springs Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,416
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,811
- District Rank
- #20 of 27
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