CABOT YERXA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cabot Yerxa Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Palm Springs Unified school district, located in Desert Hot Springs, CA with about 700 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Cabot Yerxa Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cabot Yerxa Elementary, located in Desert Hot Springs, California, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Palm Springs Unified School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core literacy, mathematics, and social development. By aligning its curriculum with state standards, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for long-term success in middle school and beyond, often focusing on building a strong sense of community and school pride.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, Cabot Yerxa Elementary provides a variety of resources designed to support student growth and family engagement. The school typically utilizes the district’s comprehensive technological and educational initiatives to enhance learning experiences, while also hosting programs that encourage parental involvement. With its location in the heart of Desert Hot Springs, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, striving to create a safe and inclusive space where students can explore their potential through both classroom instruction and extracurricular opportunities.

For more information, contact Cabot Yerxa Elementary at (760) 251-2223 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.