Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Palm Vista Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Vista Elementary serves the southeastern part of Twentynine Palms, covering an area of approximately 55.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and distances to the zone's edge averaging 3.8 miles, extending up to 9.5 miles at its farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Vista Elementary School's student population of 362 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Vista 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
#8917 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Vista Elementary School is ranked #8917 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palm Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oasis Elementary School, Twentynine Palms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palm Vista Elementary School?
362 students attend Palm Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Palm Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Vista Elementary School?
Palm Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palm Vista Elementary School offer ?
Palm Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Palm Vista Elementary School part of?
Palm Vista Elementary School is part of Morongo Unified School District.
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