James Earl Carter Elementary School

James Earl Carter Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
74251 Hovley Ln E,  Palm Desert, CA
Desert Sands Unified School District
4.4
528 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jeff Hisgen
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Math Proficiency
53%
Reading Proficiency
62%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
53%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.4%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
23.4%
State Average
17.9%
Science
16.2%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
461:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.9%
Female
47.1%
Hispanic
48.6%
White
30.6%
Two or more races
10.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.1%
Black
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/7/2018
My daughter is in fourth grade and has been thriving at this school. Every teacher she has had have been great. This year she has Me. Kesel and I really like him. She does too. Our son has special needs and will hopefully attend this same school next year.
5.0 parent
10/21/2017
Carter is an amazing school. The friendliness of the office personnel is so much better than it was last year (a couple new ladies). The Principal is a little rough around the edges but definitely has the kids best interest at heart. He’s amazing with the students. If you volunteer here you can see...
5.0 other
10/12/2016
Carter Elementary is an AWESOME school! My son came from private schools for his 5th Grade year with Mr. Morway. Everyday was a 10! Mr. Morway is a wonderful teacher who inspires his students to learn and do their best. The Reading A/R program rocks! My son was ready for junior high which was proven...
4.0 parent
10/20/2014
BEST TEACHERS IN THE DESERT. THE PRINCPEL HE IS UNFRENDLY PERSON WE HAVE INCOUNTER{ MOST MOMS WILL AGREE } FRONT OFFICE THEY NEED PEOPLE SKILLS.

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James Earl Carter Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Palm Desert, CA and is served by the Desert Sands Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 528 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 53% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. James Earl Carter Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Palm Desert High School, Horizon School, Jewish Community School of the Desert, and more. Learn more about what Palm Desert has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near James Earl Carter Elementary School.

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