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#5110 of 9,539 schools in CA
Palm Middle
Middle School · Moreno Valley Unified
11900 Slawson Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92557
Enrollment
1,042
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,042
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,110 of 9,539
In Moreno Valley
#15 of 47
public schools
In district
#13 of 38
Moreno Valley Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Palm Middle
Middle School in Moreno Valley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palm Middle
Palm Middle is a public middle school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Palm Middle serves approximately 1,042 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,110 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Palm Middle 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 Middle — Students at Palm Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
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: 5.8/10.
How Palm Middle Compares
See how Palm Middle 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
11900 Slawson Ave., Moreno Valley, CA 92557
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Butterfield Language Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leadership Military Academy (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View High (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cloverdale Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY SCHOOL Moreno Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| North Ridge Elementary Moreno Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountain View Middle Moreno Valley | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Valley View High Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | — |
| Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | — |
| Midland Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Audeo Valley Charter San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Sugar Hill Elementary Moreno Valley | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Journey Ontario | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Leadership Military Academy Moreno Valley | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| March Mountain High Moreno Valley | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| March Valley Moreno Valley | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ramona Elementary Moreno Valley | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Moreno Elementary Moreno Valley | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Hendrick Ranch Elementary Moreno Valley | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92557 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,464
Median Home Value
$471,700
Median Rent
$2,081/mo
Population
55,749
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
33.1
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| Barbara Chilton Middle Roseville, CA | 6.2 |
| Bella Vista Middle Murrieta, CA | 6.2 |
| Bonita Vista Middle Chula Vista, CA | 6.2 |
| Colina Middle Thousand Oaks, CA | 6.2 |
| Emerson Middle Pomona, CA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Middle
What grades does Palm Middle serve?
Palm Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Palm Middle?
Palm Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,042 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Middle is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Middle rank in CA?
Palm Middle ranks #5,110 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palm Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palm Middle a charter school?
No, Palm Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palm Middle a Title I school?
No, Palm Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Middle?
83.3% of students at Palm Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,042
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (951) 571-4260
Resources & Links
District
Moreno Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 31,344
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,501
- District Rank
- #13 of 38
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