Needs Improvement
#1747 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Desert Christian Academy
School
40700 YUCCA LN, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,747 of 1,787
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Desert Christian Academy
School in Bermuda Dunes · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Desert Christian Academy
Desert Christian Academy is a private school in Bermuda Dunes, CA. Desert Christian Academy serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,747 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Desert Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
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Student Demographics
All Schools in Bermuda Dunes
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Desert Christian Academy (this school) | 3.9 |
| James Monroe Elementary | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
40700 YUCCA LN, Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. James Monroe Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Horizon (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Quinta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Quinta High (rated 6.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby La Quinta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bermuda Dunes, see our Bermuda Dunes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Head2Heart Scholars Palm Desert | 0.6 mi | — |
| James Monroe Elementary Bermuda Dunes | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PALM DESERT LEARNING TREE CENTER Palm Desert | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Palm Desert Learning Tree Center Palm Desert | 1.1 mi | — |
| TOT STOP PRESCHOOL Palm Desert | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ronald Reagan Elementary Palm Desert | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Horizon La Quinta | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Summit High (Continuation) La Quinta | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle La Quinta | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Desert Ridge Academy Indio | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Gerald R. Ford Elementary Indian Wells | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Shadow Hills High Indio | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 2.8 mi | — |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 3.6 mi | 3.0 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Coachella Valley Arts Institute Palm Desert | 3.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,969
Median Home Value
$496,600
Median Rent
$1,990/mo
Population
33,381
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
41.7
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|---|---|
| Diego Valley East Public Charter El Cajon, CA | 3.9 |
| Pivot Charter School - North Bay Santa Rosa, CA | 3.9 |
| Kern County Special Education Bakersfield, CA | 4.0 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| HESPERIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hesperia, CA | 4.1 |
| Solano County Special Education Fairfield, CA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Christian Academy
What grades does Desert Christian Academy serve?
Desert Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Desert Christian Academy?
Desert Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Christian Academy is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Desert Christian Academy rank in CA?
Desert Christian Academy ranks #1,747 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Desert Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Desert Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Desert Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Desert Christian Academy a religious school?
Desert Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 534
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (760) 345-2848
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