Desert Ridge Academy vs Richard R. Oliphant Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Ridge Academy
Indio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
962 students
Richard R. Oliphant Elementary
Indio · Public elementary · Grades K–5
568 students
| Measure | Desert Ridge Academy Indio, California | Richard R. Oliphant Elementary Indio, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #901 of 1,334 | #3066 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13395 of 15,369 | #36623 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 962 | 568 |
| Enrollment | 962 | 568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 76.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 39% |
| city | Indio | Indio |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richard R. Oliphant Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 22.1).
- •Richard R. Oliphant Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 25%).
- •Richard R. Oliphant Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •Richard R. Oliphant Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.4% vs 81.5%).
- •Richard R. Oliphant Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 24.1).
- •Desert Ridge Academy is the larger school with 962 students compared with 568.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Ridge Academy better than Richard R. Oliphant Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Richard R. Oliphant Elementary ranks higher (33.0 vs 22.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Desert Ridge Academy and Richard R. Oliphant Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Indio and Indio in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Ridge Academy: 962. Richard R. Oliphant Elementary: 568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Ridge Academy and Richard R. Oliphant Elementary rank in California?
Desert Ridge Academy is 901st of 1,334 and Richard R. Oliphant Elementary is 3066th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).