Excellent
#286 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Palm Crest Elementary
Elementary School · La Canada Unified
5025 Palm Dr., La Canada, CA 91011
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#286 of 9,539
In La Canada
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
La Canada Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Palm Crest Elementary
Palm Crest Elementary is a public elementary school in La Canada, CA, part of La Canada Unified. Palm Crest Elementary serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Crest Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Palm Crest Elementary runs 23.2:1 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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Palm Crest Elementary — Students at Palm Crest Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Palm Crest Elementary Compares
See how Palm Crest 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
5025 Palm Dr., La Canada, CA 91011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Crest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), with a very similar rating. Another option is La Canada Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mountain Avenue Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), a more accessible option. For more schools in La Canada, see our La Canada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Avenue Elementary La Crescenta | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| FLINTRIDGE MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL & ELEC. INC La Canada Flintridge | 0.7 mi | — |
| ELLIOTT INSTITUTE La Crescenta | 0.9 mi | — |
| Elliott Institute La Crescenta | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST MONICA ACADEMY Montrose | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Monica Academy Montrose | 1.0 mi | — |
| La Canada Elementary La Canada | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ARMENIAN SISTERS' ACADEMY Montrose | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Armenian Sisters' Academy of Los Angeles Montrose | 1.2 mi | — |
| Rosemont Middle La Crescenta | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTROSE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montrose | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Montrose Christian Montessori School Montrose | 1.3 mi | — |
| La Crescenta Elementary La Crescenta | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Learning Castle, Inc. (aka La Canada Preparatory) La Cañada | 1.4 mi | — |
| HOGGS HOLLOW La Canada Flintridge | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hogg's Hollow Kindergarten La Canada | 1.5 mi | — |
| Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| John C. Fremont Elementary Glendale | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ROBBINS NEST PRESCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$221,451
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,842/mo
Population
20,094
College Educated
75.5%
Homeownership
88.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
45.2
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| Cowan Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Crest Elementary
What grades does Palm Crest Elementary serve?
Palm Crest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Palm Crest Elementary?
Palm Crest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Crest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Crest Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Crest Elementary rank in CA?
Palm Crest Elementary ranks #286 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palm Crest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Crest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Crest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Crest Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palm Crest Elementary a charter school?
No, Palm Crest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palm Crest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palm Crest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Crest Elementary?
4.6% of students at Palm Crest 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
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (818) 952-8360
Resources & Links
District
La Canada Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,937
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,784
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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