For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,011 students in 92253, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92253, CA are La Quinta High School, Horizon and Summit High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92253 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92253, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92253 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is La Quinta High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92253, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Quinta High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
79-255 Blackhawk Way
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 772-4150
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 772-4150
Gr: 9-12 | 2,488 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Horizon
Alternative School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
43-330 Palm Royale Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9720
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9720
Gr: K-12 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Summit High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
43-330 Palm Royale Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9760
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 238-9760
Gr: 10-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
92253, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
50-800 Desert Club Dr.
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4260
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 777-4260
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92253, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92253, CA include La Quinta High School, Horizon and Summit High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 92253?
3 public high schools are located in 92253.
What is the racial composition of students in 92253?
92253 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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