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#1391 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 15% in state

Palmyra Gate Magnet

Elementary School · Orange Unified

1325 East Palmyra Ave., Orange, CA 92866

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

23.6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Orange

#2 of 27

public schools

California elementary schools

#989 of 5,817

In district

#3 of 39

Orange Unified

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Palmyra Gate Magnet

Palmyra GATE Magnet serves 425 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Orange, California, with a student-teacher ratio of 23.6 to 1 and 18 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. This elementary magnet school has earned a solid 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 75th percentile statewide, placing #2406 out of 9566 California elementary schools. Academically, the school shows balanced performance with 50% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 40% reach proficiency in mathematics.

These results reflect the school's commitment to serving its diverse student body with focused instructional approaches typical of magnet programs. The school draws families from the surrounding 92866 zip code area, where the median household income is $83,179 and median home values reach $863,100. About one-third of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate stands at 13.4% among the local population of nearly 15,000 residents.

Located on East Palmyra Avenue in Orange County, this magnet school operates within a mid-size city environment that offers families both suburban amenities and educational choice through specialized programming.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Palmyra Gate Magnet is 23.6:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.2%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.1%
Math vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49%
Expected (poverty-adj.)29%
vs. Expected+20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,068

Palmyra Gate Magnet — Students at Palmyra Gate Magnet score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.4%
School
State
38.4%
ELA Proficiency 49.9%
School
State
45.4%

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
43.2%
ELA
54.3%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Palmyra Gate Magnet Compares

See how Palmyra Gate Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in CA
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Location

1325 East Palmyra Ave., Orange, CA 92866

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Palmyra Gate Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Veta Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cambridge Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ROSSIER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange 0.3 mi 5.1
Rossier Elementary/Middle Spectrum School Orange 0.3 mi
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Orange 0.5 mi 4.5
Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter Orange 0.7 mi 7.7
Cambridge Elementary Orange 0.7 mi 7.8
Adelphia Classical Christian Academy Orange 0.7 mi
OUSD Community Day Orange 0.7 mi
OUSD Home Sch Orange 0.7 mi 6.0
OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy Orange 0.7 mi 4.0
THE OPEN SCHOOL Santa Ana 0.9 mi 4.6
The Open School Santa Ana 0.9 mi
Orange High Orange 0.9 mi 6.8
Fairhaven Elementary Santa Ana 1.0 mi 7.1
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orange 0.9 mi 6.6
La Veta Elementary Orange 1.0 mi 7.9
Yorba Middle Orange 1.3 mi 7.1
Richland Continuation High Orange 1.2 mi 6.4
Handy Elementary Orange 1.3 mi 4.8
CALIFORNIA KIDS CENTERS Santa Ana 1.3 mi
California iInspire Academy Orange 1.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,776

Median Home Value

$892,200

Median Rent

$1,955/mo

Population

14,776

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

33.9%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

36.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Palmyra Gate Magnet has a median household income of $83,776. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $892,200, with a median rent of $1,955/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA 8.0
Capistrano Avenue Elementary West Hills, CA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Palmyra Gate Magnet

What grades does Palmyra Gate Magnet serve?

Palmyra Gate Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Palmyra Gate Magnet?

Palmyra Gate Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmyra Gate Magnet?

The student-teacher ratio at Palmyra Gate Magnet is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Palmyra Gate Magnet rank in CA?

Palmyra Gate Magnet is ranked #1391 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Palmyra Gate Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?

Palmyra Gate Magnet has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Palmyra Gate Magnet?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Palmyra Gate Magnet has 40.4% math proficiency and 49.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Palmyra Gate Magnet a charter school?

No, Palmyra Gate Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Palmyra Gate Magnet a Title I school?

No, Palmyra Gate Magnet is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmyra Gate Magnet?

81.2% of students at Palmyra Gate Magnet 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,525/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Orange). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Orange County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Orange Unified
District Enrollment
24,266
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,147
District Rank
#3 of 39

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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