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#5127 of 9,539 schools in CA
Innovations Academy of Palmdale
Elementary School · Palmdale Elementary
37230 37th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
26.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,127 of 9,539
In Palmdale
#9 of 43
public schools
In district
#8 of 29
Palmdale Elementary
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Innovations Academy of Palmdale
Innovations Academy of Palmdale is a public elementary school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Elementary. Innovations Academy of Palmdale serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 26.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovations Academy of Palmdale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,127 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Innovations Academy of Palmdale show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Innovations Academy of Palmdale sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Innovations Academy of Palmdale runs 26.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Innovations Academy of Palmdale — Students at Innovations Academy of Palmdale score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Innovations Academy of Palmdale Compares
See how Innovations Academy of Palmdale performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
37230 37th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Innovations Academy of Palmdale may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Tree Community Day (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Yellen Learning Center (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Barrel Springs Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,811
Median Home Value
$378,700
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
79,929
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
42.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Innovations Academy of Palmdale
What grades does Innovations Academy of Palmdale serve?
Innovations Academy of Palmdale serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Innovations Academy of Palmdale?
Innovations Academy of Palmdale has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovations Academy of Palmdale?
The student-teacher ratio at Innovations Academy of Palmdale is 26.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Innovations Academy of Palmdale rank in CA?
Innovations Academy of Palmdale ranks #5,127 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Innovations Academy of Palmdale's MySchoolScout rating?
Innovations Academy of Palmdale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Innovations Academy of Palmdale?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovations Academy of Palmdale has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Innovations Academy of Palmdale a charter school?
No, Innovations Academy of Palmdale is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Innovations Academy of Palmdale a Title I school?
No, Innovations Academy of Palmdale is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Innovations Academy of Palmdale?
87.2% of students at Innovations Academy of Palmdale qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.4%
- Phone
- (661) 236-0161
Resources & Links
District
Palmdale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 17,935
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,861
- District Rank
- #8 of 29
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