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#6715 of 9,539 schools in CA
Coachella Valley High
High School · Coachella Valley Unified
83-800 Airport Blvd., Thermal, CA 92274
Enrollment
2,345
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,345
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,715 of 9,539
In Thermal
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#14 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
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Coachella Valley High
High School in Thermal · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Coachella Valley High
Coachella Valley High is a public high school in Thermal, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Coachella Valley High serves approximately 2,345 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Coachella Valley High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,715 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Coachella Valley High show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Coachella Valley High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Coachella Valley High is a large school: 2,345 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
55% of students at Coachella Valley High 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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Coachella Valley High — Students at Coachella Valley High score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Coachella Valley High Compares
See how Coachella Valley High 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
83-800 Airport Blvd., Thermal, CA 92274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coachella Valley High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. La Familia Continuation High (rated 5.7/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NOVA Academy - Coachella (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Thermal, see our Thermal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary Coachella | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Westside Elementary Thermal | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Valley View Elementary Coachella | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Valle del Sol Elementary Coachella | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| The Kingdom of Light Homeschool Thermal | 3.1 mi | — |
| John Kelley Elementary Thermal | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| La Familia Continuation High Thermal | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 4.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 4.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 4.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 5.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 5.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,087
Median Home Value
$139,900
Median Rent
$903/mo
Population
17,909
College Educated
5.3%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coachella Valley High
What grades does Coachella Valley High serve?
Coachella Valley High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Coachella Valley High?
Coachella Valley High has an enrollment of approximately 2,345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coachella Valley High?
The student-teacher ratio at Coachella Valley High is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coachella Valley High rank in CA?
Coachella Valley High ranks #6,715 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Coachella Valley High's MySchoolScout rating?
Coachella Valley High 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 Coachella Valley High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coachella Valley High has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Coachella Valley High a charter school?
No, Coachella Valley High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coachella Valley High a Title I school?
No, Coachella Valley High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coachella Valley High?
90.3% of students at Coachella Valley High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (760) 399-5183
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #14 of 21
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