Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Las Palmas 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 31% (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 97% 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: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Las Palmas serves a central area in National City, CA, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Palmas's student population of 458 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Las Palmas 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 is 0.32, 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
#6433 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Palmas's ranking?
Las Palmas is ranked #6433 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Palmas often compared to?
Las Palmasis often viewed alongside schools like Foster Elementary School, Palmer Way by visitors of our site.
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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmas?
458 students attend Las Palmas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Las Palmas students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Palmas?
Las Palmas has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmas offer ?
Las Palmas offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Las Palmas part of?
Las Palmas is part of National Elementary School District.
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