Excellent
#1079 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Peter Pendleton Elementary
Elementary School · Coachella Valley Unified
84-750 Calle Rojo, Coachella, CA 92236
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,079 of 9,539
In Coachella
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Peter Pendleton Elementary
Peter Pendleton Elementary is a public elementary school in Coachella, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Peter Pendleton Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Peter Pendleton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,079 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Peter Pendleton Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Peter Pendleton Elementary runs 21.8:1 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 Peter Pendleton 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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Peter Pendleton Elementary — Students at Peter Pendleton Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Peter Pendleton Elementary Compares
See how Peter Pendleton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
84-750 Calle Rojo, Coachella, CA 92236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peter Pendleton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valle del Sol Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Palm View Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Coachella, see our Coachella schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Valley View Elementary Coachella | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Coachella Valley High Thermal | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle del Sol Elementary Coachella | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Westside Elementary Thermal | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| The Kingdom of Light Homeschool Thermal | 3.3 mi | — |
| John Kelley Elementary Thermal | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| La Familia Continuation High Thermal | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 4.0 mi | — |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 4.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,235
Median Home Value
$342,500
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
42,884
College Educated
5.7%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
33.4
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| Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA | 8.3 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.3 |
| Altamont Creek Elementary Livermore, CA | 8.3 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.3 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield, CA | 8.3 |
| Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peter Pendleton Elementary
What grades does Peter Pendleton Elementary serve?
Peter Pendleton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Peter Pendleton Elementary?
Peter Pendleton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peter Pendleton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Peter Pendleton Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peter Pendleton Elementary rank in CA?
Peter Pendleton Elementary ranks #1,079 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Peter Pendleton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Peter Pendleton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Peter Pendleton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peter Pendleton Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Peter Pendleton Elementary a charter school?
No, Peter Pendleton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peter Pendleton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Peter Pendleton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peter Pendleton Elementary?
97.1% of students at Peter Pendleton 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (760) 398-0178
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #1 of 21
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