For the 2024 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 14,079 students in 93550, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 356 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 93550, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93550, CA are Palmdale Aerospace Academy, Barrel Springs Elementary School and Tumbleweed Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93550 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93550, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93550, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palmdale Aerospace Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 E. Palmdale Blvd.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-3680
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-3680
Grades: K-12
| 2,309 students
Rank: #22.
Barrel Springs Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3636 Ponderosa Way
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-9270
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-9270
Grades: K-5
| 610 students
Rank: #33.
Tumbleweed Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 E. Ave. R-4
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-4166
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-4166
Grades: K-5
| 591 students
Rank: #44.
Joshua Hills Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3030 Fairfield
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 265-9992
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 265-9992
Grades: K-5
| 537 students
Rank: #55.
Palm Tree Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
326 E. Ave. R
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 265-9357
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 265-9357
Grades: K-5
| 508 students
Rank: #66.
Manzanita Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
38620 33rd St.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 947-3128
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 947-3128
Grades: K-5
| 618 students
Rank: #77.
Desert Rose Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37730 27th St. E.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 272-0584
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 272-0584
Grades: K-8
| 610 students
Rank: #88.
Desert Willow Fine Arts Sci And Tech Magnet Academy
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
36555 Sunny Ln.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-5866
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-5866
Grades: 6-8
| 902 students
Rank: #99.
Cactus Medical Health And Technology Magnet Academy
(Math: 7% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3243 E. Ave. R-8
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-0847
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-0847
Grades: 6-8
| 875 students
Rank: #1010.
Innovations Of Palmdale
Alternative School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
37230 37th St. E.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 265-8908
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 265-8908
Grades: K-8
| 1,066 students
Rank: #1111.
Tamarisk Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1843 E. Ave. Q5
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 225-9647
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 225-9647
Grades: K-5
| 730 students
Rank: #1212.
Palmdale High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2137 E. Ave. R
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-3181
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-3181
Grades: 9-12
| 2,505 students
Rank: #1313.
Space Aeronautics Gateway To Exploration Magnet Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
38060 20th St. E.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 537-6101
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 537-6101
Grades: 6-8
| 818 students
Rank: #1414.
Oak Tree Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
37230 37th St. E.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-1548
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-1548
Grades: K-8
| 35 students
Rank: #1515.
Yucca Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
38440 Second St. E.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-5052
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 273-5052
Grades: K-5
| 466 students
Rank: #1616.
R. Rex Parris High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
38801 Clock Tower Plaza Dr.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 274-1230
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 274-1230
Grades: 9-12
| 635 students
Rank: n/an/a
Antelope Valley Rop
Vocational School
1156 E. Ave. S
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 575-1026
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 575-1026
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Palmdale Charter
Charter School
3838 E. Ave. R
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 234-4800
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 234-4800
Grades: K-12
| 264 students
93550, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Guidance Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
37230 37th St. E.
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-1600
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-1600
Grades: K-12
| 820 students
3243 East Ave R8
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 947-0188
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 947-0188
Grades: 7-9
| 363 students
Oak Tree Learning Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
37320 37th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-1548
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 285-1548
Grades: K-8
| 78 students
38136 35th St East
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 272-1571
Palmdale, CA 93550
(661) 272-1571
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93550, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93550, CA include Palmdale Aerospace Academy, Barrel Springs Elementary School and Tumbleweed Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93550, CA?
18 public schools are located in 93550, CA.
What percentage of students in 93550, CA go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 93550, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93550, CA?
93550, CA public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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