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Desert Sands Charter

Lancaster, California · Grades 8 to 12 · Desert Sands Charter District

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About Desert Sands Charter

Desert Sands Charter is a public charter school in Lancaster, California, serving grades 8 through 12. Federal data for 2024-25 shows 727 students enrolled. That is about average in size for public and charter high schools in Lancaster. The surrounding area is classified as a suburb of a large metro area, in Los Angeles County. Within 5 miles there are 50 other schools, so families have nearby options to compare.

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School facts

Address44130 20th St. West, Lancaster, CA 93534
Phone(661) 942-3357
School districtDesert Sands Charter District
Grades8 to 12
Students (2024-25)727
Charter schoolYes
School typeRegular
LevelHigh
Locale (NCES)Suburb, large, Los Angeles County

Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 060178408714). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.

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Frequently asked questions

What grades does Desert Sands Charter serve?

Desert Sands Charter serves grades 8 through 12.

How many students attend Desert Sands Charter?

Desert Sands Charter reported 727 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Desert Sands Charter a public or charter school?

Desert Sands Charter is a public charter school.

What school district is Desert Sands Charter in?

Desert Sands Charter is part of Desert Sands Charter District.

Where is Desert Sands Charter located?

Desert Sands Charter is at 44130 20th St. West, Lancaster, CA 93534. The phone number is (661) 942-3357.

How many other schools are near Desert Sands Charter?

There are 50 other schools within 5 miles of Desert Sands Charter in our directory.

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