Desert Sands Charter

About Desert Sands Charter

Desert Sands Charter High School (DSCHS) is a public charter school located in the Coachella Valley of California. It is part of the Desert Sands Unified School District and serves students in grades 9-12. DSCHS is committed to providing a high-quality education to all students, regardless of their background or socio-economic status. DSCHS offers a rigorous academic program with a focus on college and career readiness. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports teams, clubs, and student organizations. DSCHS has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and works to create an environment that celebrates the unique backgrounds and experiences of all students. DSCHS is dedicated to preparing students for success in college, career, and life. The school provides a variety of support services, such as academic advising, college and career counseling, and financial aid assistance. DSCHS has a strong emphasis on community engagement, and works with local businesses, organizations, and universities to provide students with real-world learning experiences. Overall, DSCHS is a great place for students to get a high-quality education and prepare for their future. The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment, and to helping students reach their full potential.

Address:	44130 20th St. W. Lancaster, CA 93535
Phone:	(661) 942-3357
Site:	dschs.org
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	801 students

Overview Desert Sands Charter

Desert Sands Charter serves 801 students in grades 9-12.
Desert Sands Charter placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Desert Sands Charter

Desert Sands Charter is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Desert Sands Charter is 0.61, 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.