Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle
436 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School, located in La Quinta, California, is a public school serving students in the Desert Sands Unified School District. Named in honor of Colonel Mitchell Paige, a United States Marine Corps officer and Medal of Honor recipient, the school emphasizes a commitment to academic excellence, character development, and community pride. The campus is designed to foster a supportive learning environment that prepares middle school students for the academic rigors of high school and beyond.
The school’s curriculum is comprehensive, focusing on core subjects while offering various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and student-led clubs, which encourage well-rounded personal growth. By aligning with the broader mission of the Desert Sands Unified School District, Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School strives to integrate modern technology and innovative teaching practices to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Prospective families can find further information regarding school calendars, district policies, and academic resources on the official district website at [www.dsusd.us](http://www.dsusd.us).
The school’s curriculum is comprehensive, focusing on core subjects while offering various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and student-led clubs, which encourage well-rounded personal growth. By aligning with the broader mission of the Desert Sands Unified School District, Colonel Mitchell Paige Middle School strives to integrate modern technology and innovative teaching practices to meet the diverse needs of its student population. Prospective families can find further information regarding school calendars, district policies, and academic resources on the official district website at [www.dsusd.us](http://www.dsusd.us).
436
Total Students
18.8
Full-Time Teachers
23.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 63 |
| Hispanic | 329 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Two or More | 17 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Hispanic329 (75.5 %)
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White63 (14.4 %)
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Asian19 (4.4 %)
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Two or More17 (3.9 %)
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Black7 (1.6 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle 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)238-9710 |
| Website: | http://www.dsusd.us |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 436 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 18.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 23.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 287 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 82 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
146
Grade 7
131
Grade 8
159
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 146 |
| Grade 7 | 131 |
| Grade 8 | 159 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 206 | 47.2% |
| Male | 230 | 52.8% |
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