Below Average
#7738 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rio Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Palm Springs Unified
67-700 Verona Rd., Cathedral City, CA 92234
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,738 of 9,539
In Cathedral City
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#24 of 27
Palm Springs Unified
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Rio Vista Elementary
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About Rio Vista Elementary
Rio Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in Cathedral City, CA, part of Palm Springs Unified. Rio Vista Elementary serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rio Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,738 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rio Vista Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rio Vista Elementary runs 21.1:1 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 Rio Vista 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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Rio Vista Elementary — Students at Rio Vista Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
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: 2.2/10.
How Rio Vista Elementary Compares
See how Rio Vista 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
67-700 Verona Rd., Cathedral City, CA 92234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rio Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vista del Monte Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunny Sands Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cathedral City, see our Cathedral City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Landau Elementary Cathedral City | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. San Jacinto High Cathedral City | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Agua Caliente Elementary Cathedral City | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Virtual Pre Palm Springs | 2.1 mi | — |
| James Workman Middle Cathedral City | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sunny Sands Elementary Cathedral City | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Cielo Vista Charter Palm Springs | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ST THERESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Palm Springs High Palm Springs | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Desert Learning Academy Palm Springs | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Raymond Cree Middle Palm Springs | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Rancho Mirage High Rancho Mirage | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| King's Schools of the Desert Palm Springs | 4.1 mi | — |
| Vista del Monte Elementary Palm Springs | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Katherine Finchy Elementary Palm Springs | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Desert Chapel Christian Palm Springs | 3.9 mi | — |
| Nellie N. Coffman Middle Cathedral City | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,031
Median Home Value
$420,700
Median Rent
$1,554/mo
Population
52,047
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
40.9
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.7 |
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| Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies Indio, CA | 4.7 |
| Aspire University Charter Modesto, CA | 4.7 |
| Calabasas Elementary Watsonville, CA | 4.7 |
| Casa Loma Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rio Vista Elementary
What grades does Rio Vista Elementary serve?
Rio Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rio Vista Elementary?
Rio Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rio Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rio Vista Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rio Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Rio Vista Elementary ranks #7,738 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rio Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rio Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Rio Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rio Vista Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rio Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Rio Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rio Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rio Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rio Vista Elementary?
93.0% of students at Rio Vista 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
- 674
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (760) 416-0032
Resources & Links
District
Palm Springs Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,416
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,811
- District Rank
- #24 of 27
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