James Monroe Elementary School
Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203
Phone: (760) 772-4130
Fax: (760) 772-4135
District: Desert Sands Unified
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 562 students
James Monroe Elementary School, a public school located in Bermuda Dunes, CA, serves grades K-5 in the Desert Sands Unified School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
James Monroe Elementary School is a public school located in Bermuda Dunes, CA. 562 students attend James Monroe Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: February 18, 2026
This is in response to the "school's" reply to my review (the most recent), as I can't reply to their AI generated response.
As you can see, this institution cares more about touting its' accomplishments than trying to rectifying its' poor outlook on education.
I truly believed this was the view of the previous Principal but a response like this make it painfully obvious that this is the view of the administration as a whole.
My child no longer attends James Monroe, despite the unsubstantiated claim that they do. If you can't trust a school administration to be honest on a reputable school reviewing platform, how sure are you that you can trust them with your child's education?
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Posted: April 17, 2025
It is painfully obvious that this school puts funding and their precious rating above the good of its' students. Mrs. Joiner lacks basic communication skills while touting an empty mission statement. If you expect a well rounded, pragmatic and modern approach to your children's education, I would implore you to look elsewhere.
Posted: October 29, 2019
This school is amazing. Having 6 children all attend here over the last 13 years has been a great experience. My children are all so smart and I believe it starts from Elementary level of academics. The curriculum is superb and my children have all loved this school and the teachers.
Posted: October 29, 2019
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Posted: February 21, 2019
Because of the classroom situation I initiated a contact with the then Principal who has now moved to a district position. When he came out to meet me for the first time he was red in the face and began raising his voice and yelling over nothing. I was shocked and asked him if we could move into his office to talk because I was embarrassed and humiliated. I talked quietly and calmly and finally he settled down. I never knew why he acted that way because I was just trying to find out why my student was continually missing recess and being made to sit in his office. I was trying to be proactive for my student. He suggested a meeting with the counsellor and teacher later but the teacher was late and only there for the last 1 minutes. I'm glad this school has a new principal.
Posted: February 21, 2019
Posted: February 21, 2019
My students second grade teacher was allowed to bully several boys in her class by humiliating and isolating and publicly embarrassing them.
Posted: February 21, 2019
my 2nd grader could handle the work I think, but very little input from the teacher about how or where any weaknesses were or how we could help although we kept trying to communicate
Posted: February 21, 2019
If a student is struggling like my second grader was the teacher was allowed to isolate and humiliate him with no consequences or accountability. Our experience was terrible so opposite from modeling of integrity, compassion and respect.
Posted: February 21, 2019
I transferred to this school because I heard it was highly rated and our student is very bright and could already read very well. The teacher he was assigned to was cruel and dishonest. She was never held accountable for what she did, even though the Principal was aware. The school test scores and the people I met were extremely nice and positive about the school. Hopefully we had an isolated experience with this second grade teacher.
Posted: September 26, 2018
I would rate this school a 10.
Posted: September 26, 2018
Posted: September 26, 2018
If you are an active parent you will soon realize how committed these teachers are to your children.
Posted: September 26, 2018
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Posted: September 26, 2018
My children do not have disabilities, thus an unaware of the available programs.
Posted: September 26, 2018
There was an incident with my son which I addressed the very next day with his teacher. But mid morning I had already recieved a call from Mr. Kint advising that all children involved had been spoken to and the matter had been resolved.
Posted: June 12, 2018
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My son came from a different school district where he struggled a lot. When we moved here his attitude towards school change dramatically. He was excited to learn and loved all his teachers. This place has taught him character, has educated him very well and has given him lots confidence. Great school and great teachers.
Posted: May 27, 2017
We are ending our first year with a student at this school. Our student has loved the school and excelled in his studies. His teacher (and others at the school) are strongly encouraged to attend seminars and classes to improve their teaching strategies. Thus, our son has greatly benefited from cutting-edge technology and from fun, educational, and new learning methods. His teacher is extremely experienced and great with all the students regardless of their background or their previous education. On top of this, our son is actually excited to go to school! My son has many cousins at the school and each of them relate the same excitement for the school and are doing great academically (mostly due to the dedication of the teachers as some of the teachers have even stayed after school multiple times to tutor the children and to make sure they stay on pace with the rest of the class). This is definitely not your typical school! I have nothing but great things to say about it!
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Posted: May 17, 2017
I would say so far great
My son likes this school and is doing very well.
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This school is amazing! The teachers and staff are excellent. They provide a very fun and very SAFE environment to learn.
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Posted: May 12, 2015
Great school, dedicated staff, strong leadership! We are lucky to have found this school. It is a hidden treasure in the district. It is very warm and friendly. Students are challenged at their individual levels. My child has flourished academically, while learning so many wonderful skills. Health is a big focus with exercise and healthy food choices being at the core. This school offers everything a parent could want and more in a small campus setting. I wish every child had as great of a school to attend as James Monroe!
Posted: May 16, 2013
Wonderful school with dedicated staff that do what they can to help your child succeed. My son has a learning disability and they have worked to help him feel confident and do what they can to make it the best learning experience as possible for him. So glad we chose this school!
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| 1 | Murray Lane | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Yucca valley | CA | 26.8 mi | |
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| 4 | Redhawk | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Temecula | CA | 49.6 mi |
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| 1 | Smoke Tree | Twentynine Palms | CA | 29.3 mi | |
| 2 | Murrieta, California | Murrieta | CA | 48.8 mi | |
| 3 | Temecula, California | Temecula | CA | 49.4 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| 29 Palms Marine Base | 35.1 mi. |
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