Serving 893 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gregg Anderson Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gregg Anderson Academy serves the entire district of Palmdale, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 316.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gregg Anderson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gregg Anderson Academy's student population of 893 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
893 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Rankings
Gregg Anderson Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregg Anderson Academy is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gregg Anderson Academy's ranking?
Gregg Anderson Academy is ranked #1531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gregg Anderson Academy often compared to?
Gregg Anderson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Quartz Hill Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gregg Anderson Academy?
893 students attend Gregg Anderson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gregg Anderson Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gregg Anderson Academy?
Gregg Anderson Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gregg Anderson Academy offer ?
Gregg Anderson Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Gregg Anderson Academy part of?
Gregg Anderson Academy is part of Westside Union Elementary School District.
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