Very Good
#3324 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Desert Hot Springs High
High School · Palm Springs Unified
65850 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Enrollment
1,718
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,718
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,324 of 9,539
In Desert Hot Springs
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 27
Palm Springs Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Desert Hot Springs High
Desert Hot Springs High is a public high school in Desert Hot Springs, CA, part of Palm Springs Unified. Desert Hot Springs High serves approximately 1,718 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Hot Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,324 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Hot Springs High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Desert Hot Springs 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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Desert Hot Springs High — Students at Desert Hot Springs High score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Desert Hot Springs High Compares
See how Desert Hot Springs 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
65850 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Hot Springs High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Palm Springs High (rated 7.2/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mt. San Jacinto High (rated 7.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Desert Hot Springs, see our Desert Hot Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Painted Hills Middle Desert Hot Springs | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Two Bunch Palms Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Cabot Yerxa Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Desert Springs Middle Desert Hot Springs | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Bubbling Wells Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Julius Corsini Elementary Desert Hot Springs | 3.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Morongo Valley Elementary Twentynine Palms | 7.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Vista del Monte Elementary Palm Springs | 7.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 8.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Raymond Cree Middle Palm Springs | 8.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs | 8.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs | 8.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 9.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 9.8 mi | — |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 9.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 10.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Palm Springs High Palm Springs | 10.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 10.2 mi | 6.7 |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 9.9 mi | 5.9 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Hot Springs High
What grades does Desert Hot Springs High serve?
Desert Hot Springs High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Desert Hot Springs High?
Desert Hot Springs High has an enrollment of approximately 1,718 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Hot Springs High?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Hot Springs High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desert Hot Springs High rank in CA?
Desert Hot Springs High ranks #3,324 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Desert Hot Springs High's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Hot Springs High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Desert Hot Springs High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Hot Springs High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Desert Hot Springs High a charter school?
No, Desert Hot Springs High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Hot Springs High a Title I school?
No, Desert Hot Springs High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desert Hot Springs High?
96.9% of students at Desert Hot Springs 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
- 1,718
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.5%
- Phone
- (760) 288-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Palm Springs Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,416
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,811
- District Rank
- #5 of 27
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