Serving 1 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8)'s student population of 1 students has declined by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1 student
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) is 0.00, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
100%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palermo Union Community Day (K-8)'s ranking?
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palermo Union Community Day (K-8)?
1 students attend Palermo Union Community Day (K-8).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palermo Union Community Day (K-8)?
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) offer ?
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) part of?
Palermo Union Community Day (K-8) is part of Palermo Union Elementary School District.
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