Serving 783 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Palmdale Learning Plaza ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 783 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmdale Learning Plaza's student population of 783 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
783 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmdale Learning Plaza ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmdale Learning Plaza is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5261 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
72%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmdale Learning Plaza's ranking?
Palmdale Learning Plaza is ranked #5261 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palmdale Learning Plaza often compared to?
Palmdale Learning Plazais often viewed alongside schools like Palmdale Aerospace Academy, Los Amigos - Dual Immersion, Palm Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palmdale Learning Plaza?
783 students attend Palmdale Learning Plaza.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Palmdale Learning Plaza students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmdale Learning Plaza?
Palmdale Learning Plaza has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Palmdale Learning Plaza offer ?
Palmdale Learning Plaza offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Palmdale Learning Plaza part of?
Palmdale Learning Plaza is part of Palmdale Elementary School District.
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