Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palm Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Elementary serves the entire district of Orosi, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 557.9 square miles, with typical travel times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The furthest point in the attendance zone is about 56 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Minds, Inspiring Futures through Powerful Communication
School Rankings
Palm Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#3795 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Elementary School is ranked #3795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palm Elementary School?
573 students attend Palm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Palm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Elementary School?
Palm Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palm Elementary School offer ?
Palm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Palm Elementary School part of?
Palm Elementary School is part of Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District.
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