Serving 1,001 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Las Palmas Elementary School 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Noralto Elementary serves the southern part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Palmas Elementary School's student population of 1,001 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,001 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Palmas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Palmas Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#6663 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Palmas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Palmas Elementary School is ranked #6663 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmas Elementary School?
1,001 students attend Las Palmas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Las Palmas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Palmas Elementary School?
Las Palmas Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmas Elementary School offer ?
Las Palmas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Las Palmas Elementary School part of?
Las Palmas Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Las Palmas Elementary School located?
Las Palmas Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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