Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palisades Charter Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Palisades Charter Elementary serves the northwest part of Pacific Palisades, CA, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palisades Charter Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palisades Charter Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades Charter Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#388 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
48%
20%
Two or more races
27%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pali PRIDE - Practicing Conflict Resolution - Practicing Mutual Respect - Practicing Right to Partic
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Palisades Charter Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palisades Charter Elementary School often compared to?
Palisades Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marquez Charter, Canyon Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palisades Charter Elementary School?
408 students attend Palisades Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Palisades Charter Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palisades Charter Elementary School?
Palisades Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palisades Charter Elementary School offer ?
Palisades Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Palisades Charter Elementary School part of?
Palisades Charter Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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