Very Good
#1910 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Palm Elementary
Elementary School · Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified
12915 Avenue 419, Orosi, CA 93647
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,910 of 9,539
In Orosi
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Palm Elementary
Elementary School in Orosi · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palm Elementary
Palm Elementary is a public elementary school in Orosi, CA, part of Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified. Palm Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,910 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Palm Elementary — Students at Palm Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Palm Elementary Compares
See how Palm Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12915 Avenue 419, Orosi, CA 93647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sheridan Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Orange Cove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Golden Valley Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Monson-Sultana Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Sultana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orosi, see our Orosi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orosi High Orosi | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| El Monte Middle Orosi | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Golden Valley Elementary Orosi | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Cutler Elementary Cutler | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Esperanza High Cutler | 3.3 mi | — |
| Lovell High Cutler | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Cutler-Orosi Community Day Cutler | 3.3 mi | — |
| Monson-Sultana Elementary Sultana | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Orange Cove High Orange Cove | 4.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Sheridan Elementary Orange Cove | 5.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Citrus Middle Orange Cove | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| McCord Elementary Orange Cove | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Stone Corral Elementary Visalia | 5.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Dinuba Junior Academy Dinuba | 5.2 mi | — |
| DINUBA JR ACADEMY Dinuba | 5.2 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Dinuba | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary Dinuba | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington Intermediate Dinuba | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Kings Canyon Continuation Reedley | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,275
Median Home Value
$232,500
Median Rent
$927/mo
Population
11,370
College Educated
6.8%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
31.2
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|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Elementary
What grades does Palm Elementary serve?
Palm Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Palm Elementary?
Palm Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Elementary rank in CA?
Palm Elementary ranks #1,910 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palm Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palm Elementary a charter school?
No, Palm Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palm Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palm Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Elementary?
93.8% of students at Palm 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (559) 528-4751
Resources & Links
District
Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,825
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,573
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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