Very Good
#2578 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Raymond Cree Middle
Middle School · Palm Springs Unified
1011 Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,578 of 9,539
In Palm Springs
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 27
Palm Springs Unified
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Raymond Cree Middle
Raymond Cree Middle is a public middle school in Palm Springs, CA, part of Palm Springs Unified. Raymond Cree Middle serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond Cree Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,578 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Raymond Cree Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Raymond Cree Middle 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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Raymond Cree Middle — Students at Raymond Cree Middle score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Raymond Cree Middle Compares
See how Raymond Cree Middle 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
1011 Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raymond Cree Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nellie N. Coffman Middle (rated 6.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), a more accessible option. Additionally, James Workman Middle (rated 5.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Cathedral City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Palm Springs, see our Palm Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Vista del Monte Elementary Palm Springs | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Palm Springs High Palm Springs | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Desert Learning Academy Palm Springs | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Desert Chapel Christian Palm Springs | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cahuilla Elementary Palm Springs | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 2.8 mi | — |
| Cielo Vista Charter Palm Springs | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Cathedral City | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs | 4.7 mi | — |
| KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 4.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92262 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,514
Median Home Value
$600,600
Median Rent
$1,420/mo
Population
26,064
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
54.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raymond Cree Middle
What grades does Raymond Cree Middle serve?
Raymond Cree Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Raymond Cree Middle?
Raymond Cree Middle has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond Cree Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Raymond Cree Middle is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raymond Cree Middle rank in CA?
Raymond Cree Middle ranks #2,578 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Raymond Cree Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Raymond Cree Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Raymond Cree Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond Cree Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Raymond Cree Middle a charter school?
No, Raymond Cree Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raymond Cree Middle a Title I school?
No, Raymond Cree Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raymond Cree Middle?
97.7% of students at Raymond Cree Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (760) 416-8283
Resources & Links
District
Palm Springs Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,416
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,811
- District Rank
- #2 of 27
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