Needs Improvement
#9400 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
44-640 Clinton St., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,400 of 9,539
In Indio
#18 of 19
public schools
In district
#32 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
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Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary
Elementary School in Indio · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary is a public elementary school in Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Lyndon B.
Johnson Elementary serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #9,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary runs 23.6:1 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.
46% of students at Lyndon B. Johnson 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
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Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary — Students at Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary Compares
See how Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
44-640 Clinton St., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard R. Oliphant Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Vista Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies (rated 4.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably 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 | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Indio Middle Indio | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Indio High Indio | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Carrillo Ranch Elementary Indio | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| James Madison Elementary Indio | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Brilliant Microschool Indio | 1.1 mi | — |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 1.4 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 1.4 mi | — |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 1.8 mi | — |
| John Glenn Middle School of International Studies Indio | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Mountain Vista Elementary Indio | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| La Quinta High La Quinta | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
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 Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary
What grades does Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary serve?
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary?
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary rank in CA?
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary ranks #9,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary a charter school?
No, Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary?
86.9% of students at Lyndon B. Johnson 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (760) 863-3680
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #32 of 33
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