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Vista Del Monte Elementary School

2744 North Via Miraleste
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vista Del Monte Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50% in CA
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Vista Del Monte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Vista Del Monte Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Believe - you'll achieve, Set goals - you'll succeed

School Rankings

Vista Del Monte Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Del Monte Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#5943 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
22%
34%
36%
47%
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.26
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vista Del Monte Elementary School's ranking?
Vista Del Monte Elementary School is ranked #5943 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Monte Elementary School?
471 students attend Vista Del Monte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Vista Del Monte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Del Monte Elementary School?
Vista Del Monte Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vista Del Monte Elementary School offer ?
Vista Del Monte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vista Del Monte Elementary School part of?
Vista Del Monte Elementary School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   12/6/2011
best school for a child to have a good education
- Posted by Student/Alumni - banue

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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