Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Las Palmitas 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 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Las Palmitas Elementary serves the west part of Thermal, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 71 square miles. Families living within this zone typically have a 10 to 15-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Palmitas Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Community
School Rankings
Las Palmitas 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 Palmitas Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#9287 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Palmitas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Palmitas Elementary School is ranked #9287 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmitas Elementary School?
570 students attend Las Palmitas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Las Palmitas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Palmitas Elementary School?
Las Palmitas Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmitas Elementary School offer ?
Las Palmitas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Las Palmitas Elementary School part of?
Las Palmitas Elementary School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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