B+
Above Average
82/100

Desert Sands Charter

📚 08 – 12 🏫 High School Charter School
📍 44130 20th St. West, Lancaster, CA 93534
82
Repit Score
out of 100
690
Students
enrolled
18.8:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$41K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $40,532 per student
🏫 School Type Regular (Charter)

School Information

Address 44130 20th St. West
City Lancaster
ZIP Code 93534
District 0601784
NCES School ID 060178408714
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 93534

Understanding the community around Desert Sands Charter helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $55,945
Per Capita Income $25,178
Poverty Rate 16.8%
Households Earning $100K+ 22.3%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.7%
High School or Higher 79.6%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $298,200
Median Rent $1,421
Owner-Occupied 34.9%
Renter-Occupied 65.1%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Desert Sands Charter.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.1%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 55.4%
Two or More Races 19.7%
Black 12.5%
White 11.5%
Asian 0.3%
American Indian 0.1%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 690
Teachers (FTE) 36.7
Student:Teacher Ratio 18.8:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Desert Sands Charter?
Desert Sands Charter has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Desert Sands Charter?
Desert Sands Charter has 690 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.8:1.
What grades does Desert Sands Charter serve?
Desert Sands Charter serves grades 08 – 12 and is classified as a High School. This is a charter school.
How much funding does Desert Sands Charter receive per student?
Desert Sands Charter receives $40,532 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Desert Sands Charter in 93534 ▼
Avg Home Value
$416,907
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,955
1-Year Change
+0.2%
% Renters
65.1%

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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026