Very Good
#3562 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Palm Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified
6565 Palm Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92407
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,562 of 9,539
In San Bernardino
#22 of 73
public schools
In district
#21 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Palm Avenue Elementary
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About Palm Avenue Elementary
Palm Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in San Bernardino, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Palm Avenue Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,562 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Avenue Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Palm Avenue Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
33% of students at Palm Avenue 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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Palm Avenue Elementary — Students at Palm Avenue Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.3/10.
How Palm Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Palm Avenue Elementary 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
6565 Palm Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Paakuma K-8 (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vermont Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Bernardino, see our San Bernardino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle San Bernardino | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| North Verdemont Elementary San Bernardino | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Kendall Elementary San Bernardino | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Yvonne Harmon San Bernardino | 2.4 mi | — |
| Vermont Elementary San Bernardino | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Bob Holcomb Elementary San Bernardino | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Provisional Accelerated Learning Academy San Bernardino | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Shandin Hills Middle San Bernardino | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Cajon High San Bernardino | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Muscoy Elementary San Bernardino | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| 16:19 Academy Devore Heights | 3.5 mi | — |
| North Park Elementary San Bernardino | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Newmark Elementary San Bernardino | 3.6 mi | 3.7 |
| W.J.C. Trapp Elementary Rialto | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Elizabeth T. Hughbanks Elementary Rialto | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Paakuma K-8 San Bernardino | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Manuel A. Salinas Creative Arts Elementary San Bernardino | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Ben F. Kolb Middle Rialto | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| OAK TREE LEARNING CENTER San Bernardino | 4.0 mi | — |
| Kimbark Elementary San Bernardino | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,662
Median Home Value
$473,200
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
69,191
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
30.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Avenue Elementary
What grades does Palm Avenue Elementary serve?
Palm Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Palm Avenue Elementary?
Palm Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Avenue Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Palm Avenue Elementary ranks #3,562 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palm Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Palm Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Avenue Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palm Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Palm Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palm Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palm Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Avenue Elementary?
75.2% of students at Palm Avenue 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
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (909) 880-6753
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #21 of 71
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