Serving 1,081 students in grades 6-8, Palms Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Palms Middle serves the northwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palms Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palms Middle School's student population of 1,081 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,081 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
The Best Middle School in Los Angeles
School Rankings
Palms Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palms Middle 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
#2411 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palms Middle School's ranking?
Palms Middle School is ranked #2411 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palms Middle School often compared to?
Palms Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Revere Charter Middle School, Emerson Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Palms Middle School?
1,081 students attend Palms Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Palms Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palms Middle School?
Palms Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palms Middle School offer ?
Palms Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palms Middle School part of?
Palms Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Palms Middle School located?
Palms Middle School is located in the Westside Village neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Westside Village.
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