Needs Improvement
#8762 of 9,539 schools in CA
Palm Elementary
Elementary School · Hacienda la Puente Unified
14740 East Palm Ave., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,762 of 9,539
In Hacienda Heights
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#30 of 32
Hacienda la Puente Unified
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Palm Elementary
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About Palm Elementary
Palm Elementary is a public elementary school in Hacienda Heights, CA, part of Hacienda la Puente Unified. Palm Elementary serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,762 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Palm Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.
54% of students at Palm 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 Elementary — Students at Palm Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.2/10.
How Palm Elementary Compares
See how Palm Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14740 East Palm Ave., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Don Julian Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby La Puente), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kwis Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hacienda Heights, see our Hacienda Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Robles Academy Hacienda Heights | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Orange Grove Middle Hacienda Heights | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Palm Canyon Hacienda Heights | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HACIENDA HEIGHTS Hacienda Heights | 0.7 mi | — |
| Los Altos High Hacienda Heights | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Valley Alternative High (Continuation) Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Valley Community Day Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | — |
| Puente Hills High Hacienda Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Oxford Pentecostal Academy Hacienda Heights | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST MARK'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hacienda Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| St. Mark's Lutheran Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kwis Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Newton Middle Hacienda Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Don Julian Elementary La Puente | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY La Puente | 1.8 mi | — |
| Los Altos Elementary Hacienda Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Nelson Elementary La Puente | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| HILLSIDE BAPTIST ACADEMY La Puente | 1.9 mi | — |
| New Montessori School La Puente | 1.8 mi | — |
| NEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Puente | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,611
Median Home Value
$778,700
Median Rent
$2,246/mo
Population
54,996
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brook Hill Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.8 |
| Cedarwood Elementary Magalia, CA | 3.8 |
| Commonwealth Elementary Fullerton, CA | 3.8 |
| Joshua Tree Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 3.8 |
| Lynwood Elementary Novato, CA | 3.8 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy, CA | 3.8 |
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 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Elementary is 20.6:1. 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 #8,762 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palm Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% 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?
76.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (626) 933-7400
Resources & Links
District
Hacienda la Puente Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,767
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,425
- District Rank
- #30 of 32
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