Very Good
#413 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 23% of private schools
Palm Valley School
School
35525 DA VALL DR, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#413 of 1,787
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Palm Valley School
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About Palm Valley School
Palm Valley School is a private school in Rancho Mirage, CA. Palm Valley School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Palm Valley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Palm Valley School 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Palm Valley School compares to the 2 public schools in Rancho Mirage, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rancho Mirage
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Palm Valley School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Rancho Mirage High | 6.9 |
| Rancho Mirage Elementary | 6.3 |
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
35525 DA VALL DR, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Valley School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cathedral City High (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mt. San Jacinto High (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rancho Mirage High (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rancho Mirage, see our Rancho Mirage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Valley School Rancho Mirage | 0.5 mi | — |
| Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Cathedral City Elementary Cathedral City | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Rancho Mirage High Rancho Mirage | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs | 2.2 mi | — |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Della S. Lindley Elementary Thousand Palms | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Rancho Mirage Elementary Rancho Mirage | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 3.7 mi | — |
| Cielo Vista Charter Palm Springs | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Desert Adventist School Palm Desert | 4.7 mi | — |
| DESERT ADVENTIST SCHOOL Palm Desert | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,943
Median Home Value
$747,800
Median Rent
$1,575/mo
Population
17,375
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
65
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| STERNE SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Valley School
What grades does Palm Valley School serve?
Palm Valley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Palm Valley School?
Palm Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Valley School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Palm Valley School rank in CA?
Palm Valley School ranks #413 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Palm Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Palm Valley School a private school?
Yes, Palm Valley School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Palm Valley School a religious school?
No, Palm Valley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (760) 328-0861
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