James Earl Carter Elementary

School Overview
James Earl Carter Elementary School is a public school located in Palm Desert, California, and is part of the Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD). Serving students in the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core curriculum development while encouraging social and emotional growth. The campus is designed to provide students with the foundational skills necessary for long-term success, often leveraging the resources and administrative support provided by the larger DSUSD network.

In addition to its focus on traditional classroom instruction, the school aims to engage families and the community to enhance the educational experience. Like other schools within the Desert Sands district, James Earl Carter Elementary typically integrates technology into its daily learning processes and strives to create an inclusive atmosphere that meets the diverse needs of its student body. For parents and community members interested in specific academic calendars, enrollment procedures, or current school programs, the district's official website serves as the primary hub for updated information and administrative contact details.
487
Total Students
22.1
Full-Time Teachers
22.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James Earl Carter Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White128
Hispanic251
Black10
Asian51
Two or More43
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    251 (51.5%)
  • White
    128 (26.3%)
  • Asian
    51 (10.5%)
  • Two or More
    43 (8.8%)
  • Black
    10 (2.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
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)862-4370
Website: http://www.dsusd.us
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 487
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 235
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 73
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 81
Grade 1 75
Grade 2 69
Grade 3 87
Grade 4 84
Grade 5 91

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for James Earl Carter Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten81
Grade 175
Grade 269
Grade 387
Grade 484
Grade 591
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for James Earl Carter Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23448%
Male25352%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)