Serving 2,309 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Palmdale Aerospace Academy 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 24%
- Reading Proficiency: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmdale Aerospace Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palmdale Aerospace Academy's student population of 2,309 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palmdale Aerospace Academy 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Palmdale Aerospace Academy often compared to?
Palmdale Aerospace Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Palmdale Learning Plaza, Cactus Medical Health And Technology Magnet Academy 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 40% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
The graduation rate of Palmdale Aerospace Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
2,309 students attend Palmdale Aerospace Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Palmdale Aerospace Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palmdale Aerospace Academy offer ?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Palmdale Aerospace Academy part of?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy is part of Palmdale Aerospace Academy School District.
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