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#1314 of 1,787 private schools in CA
King's Schools of the Desert
Elementary School
67675 BOLERO RD, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,314 of 1,787
In Palm Springs
#3 of 3
public schools
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King's Schools of the Desert
Elementary School in Palm Springs · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About King's Schools of the Desert
King's Schools of the Desert is a private elementary school in Palm Springs, CA. King's Schools of the Desert serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. King's Schools of the Desert has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,314 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
King's Schools of the Desert 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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BetaHow King's Schools of the Desert compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Palm Springs, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| King's Schools of the Desert (this school) | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Charter | 6.2 |
| Virtual Pre | — |
| Desert Learning Academy | 7.1 |
| Cahuilla Elementary | 5.1 |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary | 5.3 |
| Raymond Cree Middle | 7.5 |
| Vista del Monte Elementary | 7.3 |
| Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy | 5.6 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
67675 BOLERO RD, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King's Schools of the Desert may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunny Sands Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Springs, see our Palm Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cathedral City Elementary Cathedral City | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Cielo Vista Charter Palm Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 2.3 mi | — |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PALM VALLEY SCHOOL Rancho Mirage | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Palm Valley School Rancho Mirage | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Palm Springs High Palm Springs | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Desert Learning Academy Palm Springs | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Desert Chapel Christian Palm Springs | 3.0 mi | — |
| Rancho Mirage High Rancho Mirage | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92264 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,246
Median Home Value
$498,200
Median Rent
$1,581/mo
Population
20,250
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
60.3
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|---|---|
| Anderson Heights Elementary Anderson, CA | 5.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Stockton, CA | 5.6 |
| Creekside Early Learning Center Alpine, CA | 5.6 |
| Dixieland Elementary Madera, CA | 5.6 |
| Freshwater Elementary Eureka, CA | 5.6 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Huntington Beach, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King's Schools of the Desert
What grades does King's Schools of the Desert serve?
King's Schools of the Desert serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend King's Schools of the Desert?
King's Schools of the Desert has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King's Schools of the Desert?
The student-teacher ratio at King's Schools of the Desert is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does King's Schools of the Desert rank in CA?
King's Schools of the Desert ranks #1,314 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is King's Schools of the Desert's MySchoolScout rating?
King's Schools of the Desert has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is King's Schools of the Desert a private school?
Yes, King's Schools of the Desert 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 King's Schools of the Desert a religious school?
King's Schools of the Desert has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (760) 324-5464
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