Average
#5579 of 9,539 schools in CA
Palmdale Aerospace Academy
School · Palmdale Aerospace Academy District · Palmdale, CA
A charter school in Palmdale, CA serving grades Kindergarten – 12th.
3300 East Palmdale Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93550
- Math 21% vs CA 36% (2024)
- Reading 39% vs CA 47% (2024)
- 95%+ 4-year graduation
Academics
Full Profile · 4/4 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Palmdale Aerospace Academy score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
2024 CAASPP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency has held near 30% across the 7-year record (2018–2024).
Show all 4 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 21% (multi-year average, 2018-2024) · reading/ELA 40% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
75.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Palmdale Aerospace Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Los Angeles map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 46Car-Dependent
- Bike 38Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High2,441/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Palmdale), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$63,811
Median home value
$378,700
Median rent
$1,573/mo
College educated
10%
Homeownership
52.8%
Poverty rate
19.7%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 93550; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmdale Academy CharterCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.7 | K–12 | 0.7 mi | 751 | Compare → |
| Antelope Valley Learning AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 3.9 | K–12 | 2.0 mi | 1,057 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Palmdale Aerospace Academy District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $18,530NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- The source release did not match this district identifier.
Palmdale Aerospace Academy is listed in Palmdale Aerospace Academy District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Palmdale Aerospace Academy
Palmdale Aerospace Academy is a public school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Aerospace Academy District, serving approximately 2,213 students in grades Kindergarten-12th with a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,579 of 9,539 schools in CA. State assessment records show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
What's said publicly about Palmdale Aerospace Academy
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (1)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Palmdale Aerospace Academy
What grades does Palmdale Aerospace Academy serve?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy has an enrollment of approximately 2,213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmdale Aerospace Academy is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmdale Aerospace Academy rank in CA?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy ranks #5,579 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palmdale Aerospace Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmdale Aerospace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmdale Aerospace Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Palmdale Aerospace Academy a charter school?
Yes, Palmdale Aerospace Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Palmdale Aerospace Academy a Title I school?
No, Palmdale Aerospace Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmdale Aerospace Academy?
75.6% of students at Palmdale Aerospace Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (661) 273-3680
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
- Area population (ZIP 93550)
- 79,929
- Area average commute
- 42.2 min
- Area median age
- 31.2
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 93550; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2018-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.