Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies

School Overview
Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies, located in Indio, California, is a public school within the Desert Sands Unified School District. The school is distinguished by its focused "International Studies" theme, which aims to provide students with a global perspective. By integrating international themes into the core curriculum, the school encourages students to develop an awareness of different cultures, languages, and global issues, preparing them to be informed and engaged citizens in an increasingly interconnected world.

The school emphasizes academic excellence alongside personal growth, fostering a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. As part of the Desert Sands Unified School District, it follows the district’s standards for comprehensive education while leveraging its unique thematic focus to differentiate the student experience. With its commitment to high educational standards and cultural literacy, Amelia Earhart Elementary serves as a foundational institution for primary students in the Indio community, aiming to instill a lifelong love of learning and a deep understanding of the diverse global landscape.
748
Total Students
30.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies
Demographic Student Count
White169
Hispanic492
Black5
Asian30
Two or More48
American Indian4
  • Hispanic
    492 (65.8%)
  • White
    169 (22.6%)
  • Two or More
    48 (6.4%)
  • Asian
    30 (4.0%)
  • Black
    5 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Desert Sands Unified
Phone: (760)200-3720
Website: http://www.dsusd.us
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 748
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 356
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 131
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 148
Grade 1 101
Grade 2 114
Grade 3 131
Grade 4 126
Grade 5 128

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten148
Grade 1101
Grade 2114
Grade 3131
Grade 4126
Grade 5128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Amelia Earhart Elementary School of International Studies
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37950.7%
Male36949.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)