Desert Mirage High School is a public high school for grades 9–12. It is located in Thermal, California. The school is part of the Coachella Valley Unified School District.
Serving 1,974 students in grades 9-12, Desert Mirage High 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 4% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Mirage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Desert Mirage High School's student population of 1,974 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Desert Mirage High 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 Desert Mirage High School is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8505 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Mirage High School's ranking?
Desert Mirage High School is ranked #8505 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Mirage High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Mirage High School is 82%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Desert Mirage High School?
1,974 students attend Desert Mirage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Desert Mirage High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Mirage High School?
Desert Mirage High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Desert Mirage High School offer ?
Desert Mirage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desert Mirage High School part of?
Desert Mirage High School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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