Indio High School is a public high school for grades 9–12. It is located in Indio, California and has a current enrollment of about 2,090 students. Its mascot is a Rajah. The school is part of the Desert Sands Unified School District.
Serving 2,027 students in grades 9-12, Indio 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 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,027 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indio High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Indio High School's student population of 2,027 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Hail to thee, O Indio High School Hail scarlet and royal blue. As your faithful sons and daughters, We will always be true. 'On together' is our watchword, Till our cause is won. Hail to thee, O Indio High School Beneath the desert sun.
School Rankings
Indio 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 Indio High School is 0.12, 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
#8626 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mr Rajah
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indio High School's ranking?
Indio High School is ranked #8626 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Indio High School often compared to?
Indio High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Quinta High School, Palm Desert High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indio High School?
The graduation rate of Indio High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Indio High School?
2,027 students attend Indio High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Indio High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indio High School?
Indio High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Indio High School offer ?
Indio High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Indio High School part of?
Indio High School is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
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