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Desert Sands Charter

44130 20Th St. West, Lancaster, CA 93534, United States
+1 (661) 942-3357
http://www.dschs.org
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Desert Sands Charter Overview

About This School

Desert Sands Charter is a charter school high in Lancaster, California, serving 727 students in grades 8-12. The school maintains a staff with an average teacher salary of $171,336 and provides academic guidance through a ratio of 159 students per counselor. Students at the school represent a diverse demographic, with 59% identifying as Hispanic, 15% as Two or More Races, 13% as Black, 11% as White, and 1% as Asian. The student body is nearly evenly split by gender, consisting of 50% male and 49% female.

727
Total Students
Grade 8-12
N/A:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%
Mathematics0%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
charter school
Grade Levels
Grade 8-12
County
Los Angeles County
Students per Counselor
159:1

Desert Sands Charter Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts
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Science

Class Information

:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 22:1
State Avg: 20.5:1
159
Students per Counselor

Desert Sands Charter Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$171,336
City Avg: $114,156
State Avg: $106,740

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio:1
Students per Counselor159:1

Desert Sands Charter Student Demographics

Student Body

49.93%
Male
49.11%
Female
Total Enrollment: 727 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White11%
Hispanic59.42%
Asian0.55%
Black13.48%
Two or More Races14.58%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Sands Charter

Q: What is Desert Sands Charter?

A: Desert Sands Charter is a high charter school located in Lancaster.

Q: How many students attend Desert Sands Charter?

A: Desert Sands Charter has approximately 727 students enrolled.

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Detailed Information about Desert Sands Charter

Desert Sands Charter is a charter school high in Lancaster, California, serving 727 students in grades 8-12. The school maintains a staff with an average teacher salary of $171,336 and provides academic guidance through a ratio of 159 students per counselor. Students at the school represent a diverse demographic, with 59% identifying as Hispanic, 15% as Two or More Races, 13% as Black, 11% as White, and 1% as Asian. The student body is nearly evenly split by gender, consisting of 50% male and 49% female.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Desert Sands Charter - Lancaster, CA

Quick Facts about Desert Sands Charter
School NameDesert Sands Charter
School Typecharter school
Grade LevelsGrade 8-12
Location44130 20Th St. West, Lancaster, CA 93534, Lancaster, CA
CountyLos Angeles County
Phone+1 (661) 942-3357
Total Students727
Student-Teacher Ratio:1
Full-Time Teachers
Rating/10
ELA Proficiency%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Sands Charter

What is Desert Sands Charter?

Desert Sands Charter is a high charter school located in Lancaster.

How many students attend Desert Sands Charter?

Desert Sands Charter has approximately 727 students enrolled.

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