Needs Improvement
#8840 of 9,539 schools in CA
Carrillo Ranch Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
43-775 Madison St., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,840 of 9,539
In Indio
#14 of 19
public schools
In district
#26 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
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Carrillo Ranch Elementary
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About Carrillo Ranch Elementary
Carrillo Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Carrillo Ranch Elementary serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Carrillo Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,840 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Carrillo Ranch Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Carrillo Ranch Elementary runs 23.6:1 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.
36% of students at Carrillo Ranch 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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Carrillo Ranch Elementary — Students at Carrillo Ranch Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
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: 2.0/10.
How Carrillo Ranch Elementary Compares
See how Carrillo Ranch 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
43-775 Madison St., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carrillo Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard R. Oliphant Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Vista Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (rated 4.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 0.4 mi | — |
| Indio Middle Indio | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Indio High Indio | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 2.1 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 2.1 mi | — |
| Shadow Hills High Indio | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Desert Ridge Academy Indio | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 2.4 mi | — |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,663
Median Home Value
$372,800
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
66,364
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
59.5%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.7
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| Campo Elementary Campo, CA | 3.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carrillo Ranch Elementary
What grades does Carrillo Ranch Elementary serve?
Carrillo Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carrillo Ranch Elementary?
Carrillo Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrillo Ranch Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carrillo Ranch Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carrillo Ranch Elementary rank in CA?
Carrillo Ranch Elementary ranks #8,840 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Carrillo Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carrillo Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Carrillo Ranch Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carrillo Ranch Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carrillo Ranch Elementary a charter school?
No, Carrillo Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carrillo Ranch Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carrillo Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrillo Ranch Elementary?
87.7% of students at Carrillo Ranch 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
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (760) 238-9700
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #26 of 33
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