Overview

La Quinta Middle School is a public school in La Quinta, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 9 middle schools in Desert Sands Unified School District.

School Rating

La Quinta Middle School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
3/10
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

78-900 Ave. 50
La Quinta, CA 92253
School leader: Ms Kristen Wood
(760) 777-4220
(760) 777-4216
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