The Palmdale Aerospace Academy is located in Palmdale, California. The charter school opened to 540 students from grades seventh through ninth on September 5, 2012 and is now open for grades K-12.
Serving 2,213 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Palmdale Aerospace Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmdale Aerospace Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palmdale Aerospace Academy's student population of 2,213 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Colors
Grey, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmdale Aerospace Academy 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 Palmdale Aerospace Academy is 0.29, 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
#6229 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Griffin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmdale Aerospace Academy's ranking?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy is ranked #6229 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palmdale Aerospace Academy often compared to?
Palmdale Aerospace Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Palmdale Learning Plaza by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
The graduation rate of Palmdale Aerospace Academy is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
2,213 students attend Palmdale Aerospace Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Palmdale Aerospace Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palmdale Aerospace Academy offer ?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Palmdale Aerospace Academy part of?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy is part of Palmdale Aerospace Academy School District.
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