Very Good
#1780 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Palmdale Discovery Center
Elementary School · Palmdale Elementary
39174 Palm Tree Way, Palmdale, CA 93551
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,780 of 9,539
In Palmdale
#1 of 43
public schools
In district
#1 of 29
Palmdale Elementary
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Palmdale Discovery Center
Elementary School in Palmdale · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palmdale Discovery Center
Palmdale Discovery Center is a public elementary school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Elementary. Palmdale Discovery Center serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmdale Discovery Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,780 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palmdale Discovery Center show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Palmdale Discovery Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Palmdale Discovery Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
56% of students at Palmdale Discovery Center 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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Palmdale Discovery Center — Students at Palmdale Discovery Center score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Palmdale Discovery Center Compares
See how Palmdale Discovery Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39174 Palm Tree Way, Palmdale, CA 93551
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmdale Discovery Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cottonwood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Dos Caminos Dual Immersion (rated 6.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Tamarisk Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dos Caminos Dual Immersion Palmdale | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Summerwind Elementary Palmdale | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| PALMDALE UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN Palmdale | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ocotillo Elementary Palmdale | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy Palmdale | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Highland High Palmdale | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Cottonwood Elementary Palmdale | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Yucca Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Palmdale Learning Plaza Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Stewart Family Homestead Palmdale | 2.0 mi | — |
| R. Rex Parris High Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Palm Tree Elementary Palmdale | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Anaverde Hills Palmdale | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| CROSSWIND COMM CHURCH-ADVENTURELAND PRESCHOOL Palmdale | 2.7 mi | — |
| Esperanza Elementary Palmdale | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary Palmdale | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| DESERT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lancaster | 4.0 mi | — |
| St. Mary Elementary Catholic Palmdale | 3.6 mi | — |
| Rancho Vista Elementary Palmdale | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Tamarisk Elementary Palmdale | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93551 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,850
Median Home Value
$548,800
Median Rent
$2,263/mo
Population
54,956
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster, CA | 7.9 |
| Boronda Elementary Salinas, CA | 7.9 |
| Elk Hills Elementary Tupman, CA | 7.9 |
| Equitas Academy 6 Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
| Hooker Oak Elementary Chico, CA | 7.9 |
| ICEF Innovation Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmdale Discovery Center
What grades does Palmdale Discovery Center serve?
Palmdale Discovery Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Palmdale Discovery Center?
Palmdale Discovery Center has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmdale Discovery Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmdale Discovery Center is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmdale Discovery Center rank in CA?
Palmdale Discovery Center ranks #1,780 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palmdale Discovery Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmdale Discovery Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Discovery Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmdale Discovery Center has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Palmdale Discovery Center a charter school?
No, Palmdale Discovery Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmdale Discovery Center a Title I school?
No, Palmdale Discovery Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmdale Discovery Center?
78.2% of students at Palmdale Discovery Center 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.0%
- Phone
- (661) 947-0181
Resources & Links
District
Palmdale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 17,935
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,861
- District Rank
- #1 of 29
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