Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Palm Lane Elementary Charter 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Lane Elementary Charter's student population of 290 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Lane Elementary Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Lane Elementary Charter is 0.24, 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
#7843 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Lane Elementary Charter's ranking?
Palm Lane Elementary Charter is ranked #7843 out of 9,602 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palm Lane Elementary Charter?
290 students attend Palm Lane Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Palm Lane Elementary Charter students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Lane Elementary Charter?
Palm Lane Elementary Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palm Lane Elementary Charter offer ?
Palm Lane Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Palm Lane Elementary Charter part of?
Palm Lane Elementary Charter is part of Palm Lane Elementary Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Lane Elementary Charter located?
Palm Lane Elementary Charter is located in the Hermosa Village neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Hermosa Village.
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