Serving 642 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Palm Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Crest Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in La Canada Flintridge, CA, covering approximately 134.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Crest 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
Palm Crest Elementary School's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
642 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Go Panthers!
School Rankings
Palm Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Crest Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#39 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Crest Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palm Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Canada Elementary School, Paradise Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palm Crest Elementary School?
642 students attend Palm Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Palm Crest Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Crest Elementary School?
Palm Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palm Crest Elementary School offer ?
Palm Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Palm Crest Elementary School part of?
Palm Crest Elementary School is part of La Canada Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Palm Crest Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL: TRIMESTER 3 ENDS
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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