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#4363 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Della S. Lindley Elementary
Elementary School · Palm Springs Unified
31-495 Robert Rd., Thousand Palms, CA 92276
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,363 of 9,539
In district
#10 of 27
Palm Springs Unified
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Della S. Lindley Elementary
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About Della S. Lindley Elementary
Della S. Lindley Elementary is a public elementary school in Thousand Palms, CA, part of Palm Springs Unified. Della S.
Lindley Elementary serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Della S. Lindley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,363 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Della S. Lindley Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Della S. Lindley 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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Della S. Lindley Elementary — Students at Della S. Lindley Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
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: 6.3/10.
How Della S. Lindley Elementary Compares
See how Della S. Lindley 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
31-495 Robert Rd., Thousand Palms, CA 92276
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Della S. Lindley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunny Sands Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), with a very similar rating. Another option is Rancho Mirage Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Rancho Mirage), with a very similar rating. Additionally, James Earl Carter Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Palm Desert), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Thousand Palms, see our Thousand Palms schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Mirage High Rancho Mirage | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Palm Valley School Rancho Mirage | 2.9 mi | — |
| XAVIER COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Palm Desert | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Xavier College Preparatory High School Palm Desert | 3.3 mi | — |
| PALM VALLEY SCHOOL Rancho Mirage | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Cathedral City Elementary Cathedral City | 3.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Desert Adventist School Palm Desert | 4.6 mi | — |
| DESERT ADVENTIST SCHOOL Palm Desert | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 4.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| James Earl Carter Elementary Palm Desert | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Rancho Mirage Elementary Rancho Mirage | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Coachella Valley Arts Institute Palm Desert | 5.6 mi | — |
| KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs | 5.1 mi | — |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92276 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,280
Median Home Value
$260,500
Median Rent
$1,432/mo
Population
7,662
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
78.5%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
37.3
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| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Della S. Lindley Elementary
What grades does Della S. Lindley Elementary serve?
Della S. Lindley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Della S. Lindley Elementary?
Della S. Lindley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Della S. Lindley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Della S. Lindley Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Della S. Lindley Elementary rank in CA?
Della S. Lindley Elementary ranks #4,363 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Della S. Lindley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Della S. Lindley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Della S. Lindley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Della S. Lindley Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Della S. Lindley Elementary a charter school?
No, Della S. Lindley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Della S. Lindley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Della S. Lindley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Della S. Lindley Elementary?
92.7% of students at Della S. Lindley 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
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (760) 343-7570
Resources & Links
District
Palm Springs Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,416
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,811
- District Rank
- #10 of 27
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