Serving 962 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Esperanza Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Esperanza Elementary serves the southeastern part of Palmdale, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Elementary School's student population of 962 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
962 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Motto
'Pointing the way, providing the path'
School Rankings
Esperanza Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esperanza Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4568 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Elementary School's ranking?
Esperanza Elementary School is ranked #4568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Esperanza Elementary School often compared to?
Esperanza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gregg Anderson Academy, Rancho Vista Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Esperanza Elementary School?
962 students attend Esperanza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Esperanza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Elementary School?
Esperanza Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Esperanza Elementary School offer ?
Esperanza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Esperanza Elementary School part of?
Esperanza Elementary School is part of Westside Union Elementary School District.
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