Below Average
#8041 of 9,539 schools in CA
Las Palmas Elementary
Elementary School · Twin Rivers Unified
477 Las Palmas Ave., Sacramento, CA 95815
Enrollment
1,026
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
1,026
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,041 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#134 of 198
public schools
In district
#35 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
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Las Palmas Elementary
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About Las Palmas Elementary
Las Palmas Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Twin Rivers Unified. Las Palmas Elementary serves approximately 1,026 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. Las Palmas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,041 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Las Palmas Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Las Palmas Elementary runs 27:1 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.
39% of students at Las Palmas Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Las Palmas Elementary — Students at Las Palmas Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Las Palmas Elementary Compares
See how Las Palmas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
477 Las Palmas Ave., Sacramento, CA 95815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Las Palmas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Hope Charter (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Strauch Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Nehemiah Christian Academy Sacramento | 0.8 mi | — |
| Del Paso Heights Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Woodlake Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Northwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Smythe Academy of Arts and Sciences Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Hagginwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Capital Innovations Academy Sacramento | 1.5 mi | — |
| CAPITAL INNOVATIONS ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Rio Tierra Junior High Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| New Hope Charter Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Grant Union High Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MORE LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| More Life Christian Academy Sacrament | 1.7 mi | — |
| Highlands Community Charter Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| California Innovative Career Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,590
Median Home Value
$298,400
Median Rent
$1,448/mo
Population
26,511
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
33.6
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| Allan Peterson Elementary Merced, CA | 4.4 |
| Avaxat Elementary Murrieta, CA | 4.4 |
| Cherryland Elementary Hayward, CA | 4.4 |
| Dennis G. Earl Elementary Turlock, CA | 4.4 |
| Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary Merced, CA | 4.4 |
| John Adams Elementary Madera, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Las Palmas Elementary
What grades does Las Palmas Elementary serve?
Las Palmas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Las Palmas Elementary?
Las Palmas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,026 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Las Palmas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Las Palmas Elementary is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Las Palmas Elementary rank in CA?
Las Palmas Elementary ranks #8,041 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Las Palmas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Las Palmas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Las Palmas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Las Palmas Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Las Palmas Elementary a charter school?
No, Las Palmas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Las Palmas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Las Palmas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Las Palmas Elementary?
91.1% of students at Las Palmas Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 1,026
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (916) 566-2700
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #35 of 43
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