For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,810 students in 92262, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 575 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 92262, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92262, CA are Palm Springs High School, Katherine Finchy Elementary School and Raymond Cree Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92262 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92262, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92262, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palm Springs High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2401 East Baristo Rd.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 778-0400
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 778-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,497 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Katherine Finchy Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
777 East Tachevah Dr.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8190
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8190
Gr: K-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Raymond Cree Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Vista Chino
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8283
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8283
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Vista Del Monte Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2744 North Via Miraleste
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8176
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 416-8176
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1704 Cape Horn
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(833) 619-2378
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(833) 619-2378
Gr: K-12 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92262, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92262, CA include Palm Springs High School, Katherine Finchy Elementary School and Raymond Cree Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 92262?
5 public schools are located in 92262.
What percentage of students in 92262 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 92262 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92262?
92262 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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