Serving 1,265 students in grades 6-8, Palms Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 49%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palms Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Palms Middle School's student population of 1,265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palms Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
24%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Palms Middle School often compared to?
Palms Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Revere Charter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Palms Middle School?
1,265 students attend Palms Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Palms Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palms Middle School?
Palms Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palms Middle School offer ?
Palms Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palms Middle School part of?
Palms Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Palms Middle School located?
Palms Middle School is located in the Westside Village neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Westside Village.
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