Below Average
#8071 of 9,539 schools in CA
Martin Van Buren Elementary
Elementary School · Desert Sands Unified
47-733 Van Buren St., Indio, CA 92201
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,071 of 9,539
In Indio
#7 of 19
public schools
In district
#17 of 33
Desert Sands Unified
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Martin Van Buren Elementary
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About Martin Van Buren Elementary
Martin Van Buren Elementary is a public elementary school in Indio, CA, part of Desert Sands Unified. Martin Van Buren Elementary serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Van Buren Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,071 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Van Buren Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Martin Van Buren Elementary runs 23.3:1 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.
40% of students at Martin Van Buren 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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Martin Van Buren Elementary — Students at Martin Van Buren Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 2.8/10.
How Martin Van Buren Elementary Compares
See how Martin Van Buren Elementary 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
47-733 Van Buren St., Indio, CA 92201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Van Buren Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter Pendleton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palm View Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Coachella), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indio, see our Indio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 1.7 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 1.6 mi | — |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 1.6 mi | — |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary Coachella | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Indio High Indio | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary Indio | 2.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Valley View Elementary Coachella | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Indio | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
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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| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Van Buren Elementary
What grades does Martin Van Buren Elementary serve?
Martin Van Buren Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Van Buren Elementary?
Martin Van Buren Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Van Buren Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Van Buren Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Van Buren Elementary rank in CA?
Martin Van Buren Elementary ranks #8,071 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Martin Van Buren Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Van Buren Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Martin Van Buren Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Van Buren Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martin Van Buren Elementary a charter school?
No, Martin Van Buren Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Van Buren Elementary a Title I school?
No, Martin Van Buren Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martin Van Buren Elementary?
94.6% of students at Martin Van Buren 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
- 535
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (760) 775-3870
Resources & Links
District
Desert Sands Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,898
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,070
- District Rank
- #17 of 33
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