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Landau Elementary

Elementary School · Palm Springs Unified

30310 Landau Blvd., Cathedral City, CA 92234

Enrollment

578

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,283 of 9,539

In Cathedral City

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#17 of 27

Palm Springs Unified

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Landau Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Cathedral City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mt. San Jacinto High

7.0/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.0/10

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About Landau Elementary

Landau Elementary is a public elementary school in Cathedral City, CA, part of Palm Springs Unified. Landau Elementary serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Landau Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,283 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Landau Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Landau Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.

38% of students at Landau Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,811
Chronic Absenteeism37.9%

Landau Elementary — Students at Landau Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 41.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
31.5%
ELA
42.3%
2024
Math
30.6%
ELA
34.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Landau Elementary Compares

See how Landau Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in CA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

30310 Landau Blvd., Cathedral City, CA 92234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Landau Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunny Sands Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cathedral City, see our Cathedral City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City 0.4 mi 7.0
Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City 0.9 mi 5.0
Virtual Pre Palm Springs 1.2 mi
Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City 1.3 mi 6.8
James Workman Middle Cathedral City 1.3 mi 5.9
Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City 1.6 mi 4.7
Cielo Vista Charter Palm Springs 1.9 mi 6.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs 2.0 mi 7.5
Cathedral City High Cathedral City 2.2 mi 8.2
King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs 2.5 mi
KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs 2.5 mi 5.6
Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City 2.7 mi 6.3
Rancho Mirage High Rancho Mirage 2.4 mi 6.9
ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs 2.5 mi 6.7
Cathedral City Elementary Cathedral City 2.9 mi 5.4
Palm Valley School Rancho Mirage 2.9 mi
Palm Springs High Palm Springs 2.8 mi 7.2
PALM VALLEY SCHOOL Rancho Mirage 3.2 mi 7.1
Desert Learning Academy Palm Springs 2.9 mi 7.1
Desert Chapel Christian Palm Springs 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,031

Median Home Value

$420,700

Median Rent

$1,554/mo

Population

52,047

College Educated

25.8%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Landau Elementary

What grades does Landau Elementary serve?

Landau Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Landau Elementary?

Landau Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Landau Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Landau Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Landau Elementary rank in CA?

Landau Elementary ranks #6,283 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Landau Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Landau Elementary 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.

What are the test scores at Landau Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Landau Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Landau Elementary a charter school?

No, Landau Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Landau Elementary a Title I school?

No, Landau Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Landau Elementary?

96.0% of students at Landau Elementary 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

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

District

Palm Springs Unified
District Enrollment
20,416
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,811
District Rank
#17 of 27

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