Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Palmyra Gate Magnet ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmyra Gate Magnet's student population of 425 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
425 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmyra Gate Magnet ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmyra Gate Magnet is 0.41, 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
#2382 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
5%
12%

Hispanic
76%
56%

Black
3%
5%

White
11%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Palmyra Gate Magnet's ranking?
Palmyra Gate Magnet is ranked #2382 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palmyra Gate Magnet often compared to?
Palmyra Gate Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Elementary School, West Orange Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palmyra Gate Magnet?
425 students attend Palmyra Gate Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Palmyra Gate Magnet students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmyra Gate Magnet?
Palmyra Gate Magnet has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palmyra Gate Magnet offer ?
Palmyra Gate Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Palmyra Gate Magnet part of?
Palmyra Gate Magnet is part of Orange Unified School District.
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