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Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s.
High School · Desert Sands Unified
83-391 Dillon Ave, Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Grades
12th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s.
Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. is a public high school in Indio, CA, part of the Desert Sands Unified. The school serves approximately 59 students in grades 12th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,663, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 59 students, Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Address
- 83-391 Dillon Ave, Indio, CA 92201
- Phone
- (760) 775-3810
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. Compares
See how Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
83-391 Dillon Ave, Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Amistad High (Continuation) (rated 6.0/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, Indio High (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away). For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 0.5 mi | — |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 0.5 mi | — |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Indio High Indio | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 2.8 mi | — |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. has a median household income of $66,663. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $372,800, with a median rent of $1,349/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s.
What grades does Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. serve?
Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s.?
Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s.?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. a charter school?
No, Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. a Title I school?
No, Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s.?
45.8% of students at Desert Sands A.t.l.a.s. 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (760) 775-3810
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
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