Serving 458 students in grades 6-8, Palermo Middle 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palermo's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 67.9 square miles in Palermo, CA. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palermo Middle School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
Palermo Middle 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 Palermo Middle School 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
#6859 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palermo Middle School's ranking?
Palermo Middle School is ranked #6859 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palermo Middle School?
458 students attend Palermo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Palermo Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palermo Middle School?
Palermo Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palermo Middle School offer ?
Palermo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palermo Middle School part of?
Palermo Middle School is part of Palermo Union Elementary School District.
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