Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Las Palmas Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Palmas Middle School's student population of 851 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Palmas Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Palmas Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4640 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Palmas Middle School's ranking?
Las Palmas Middle School is ranked #4640 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Palmas Middle School often compared to?
Las Palmas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Traweek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmas Middle School?
851 students attend Las Palmas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Las Palmas Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Palmas Middle School?
Las Palmas Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmas Middle School offer ?
Las Palmas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Las Palmas Middle School part of?
Las Palmas Middle School is part of Covina-Valley Unified School District.
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