Below Average
#7541 of 9,539 schools in CA
Indio High
High School · Desert Sands Unified
81-750 Avenue 46, Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
2,027
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,027
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,541 of 9,539
In Indio
#5 of 19
public schools
In district
#15 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
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Indio High
High School in Indio · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Indio High
Indio High is a public high school in Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Indio High serves approximately 2,027 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Indio High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Indio High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Indio High is a large school: 2,027 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.
Indio High runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Indio 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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Indio High — Students at Indio High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 3.9/10.
How Indio High Compares
See how Indio 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
81-750 Avenue 46, Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indio High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Amistad High (Continuation) (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richard R. Oliphant Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountain Vista Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Indio | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 1.3 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 1.3 mi | — |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 1.7 mi | — |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 1.8 mi | — |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indio High
What grades does Indio High serve?
Indio High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Indio High?
Indio High has an enrollment of approximately 2,027 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indio High?
The student-teacher ratio at Indio High is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Indio High rank in CA?
Indio High ranks #7,541 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Indio High's MySchoolScout rating?
Indio High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Indio High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Indio High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Indio High a charter school?
No, Indio High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indio High a Title I school?
No, Indio High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indio High?
93.2% of students at Indio 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
- 2,027
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.5%
- Phone
- (760) 775-3550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #15 of 33
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