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#3624 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Palms Elementary
Elementary School · ABC Unified
12445 East 207th St., Lakewood, CA 90715
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,624 of 9,539
In Lakewood
#8 of 15
public schools
In district
#24 of 30
ABC Unified
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Palms Elementary
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About Palms Elementary
Palms Elementary is a public elementary school in Lakewood, CA, part of ABC Unified. Palms Elementary serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Palms Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,624 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palms Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Palms Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
37% of students at Palms 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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Palms Elementary — Students at Palms Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.6/10.
How Palms Elementary Compares
See how Palms Elementary 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
12445 East 207th St., Lakewood, CA 90715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palms Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carver (Charles J.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nixon (Patricia) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leal (Frank C.) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle Cerritos | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Artesia High Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Melbourne (Ella P.) Elementary Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Nixon (Patricia) Elementary Cerritos | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Carver (Charles J.) Elementary Cerritos | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Fedde (Pharis F.) Middle Hawaiian Gardens | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Willow Elementary Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Steve Luther Elementary La Palma | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Furgeson (Venn W.) Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Hawaiian Elementary Hawaiian Gardens | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Lexington Junior High Cypress | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary Cerritos | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CYPRESS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cypress | 1.2 mi | — |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Artesia | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Cerritos High Cerritos | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Los Coyotes Elementary La Palma | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Elliott (William F) Elementary Artesia | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,796
Median Home Value
$660,900
Median Rent
$2,196/mo
Population
20,668
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
37.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCEND Oakland, CA | 6.9 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose, CA | 6.9 |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego, CA | 6.9 |
| Bonny View Elementary Redding, CA | 6.9 |
| Castle Park Elementary Chula Vista, CA | 6.9 |
| Ceres Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palms Elementary
What grades does Palms Elementary serve?
Palms Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Palms Elementary?
Palms Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palms Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palms Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palms Elementary rank in CA?
Palms Elementary ranks #3,624 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palms Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palms Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Palms Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palms Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palms Elementary a charter school?
No, Palms Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palms Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palms Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palms Elementary?
81.3% of students at Palms 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (562) 229-7900
Resources & Links
District
ABC Unified- District Enrollment
- 18,081
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,234
- District Rank
- #24 of 30
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