Below Average
#8476 of 9,539 schools in CA
Quail Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Palmdale Elementary
37236 58th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93552
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
27.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
27.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,476 of 9,539
In Palmdale
#31 of 43
public schools
In district
#24 of 29
Palmdale Elementary
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Quail Valley Elementary
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About Quail Valley Elementary
Quail Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Elementary. Quail Valley Elementary serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Quail Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,476 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Quail Valley Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Quail Valley Elementary runs 27.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Quail Valley Elementary — Students at Quail Valley Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Quail Valley Elementary Compares
See how Quail Valley 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
37236 58th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93552
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quail Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Tree Community Day (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Amigos - Dual Immersion (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Yellen Learning Center (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shadow Hills Engineering and Design Magnet Academy Palmdale | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Golden Poppy Elementary Palmdale | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Palmdale | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Los Amigos - Dual Immersion Palmdale | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| William J. (Pete) Knight High Palmdale | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Chaparral Prep Academy Palmdale | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Yellen Learning Center Palmdale | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Antelope Valley Learning Academy Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Cimarron Elementary Palmdale | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Mesquite Elementary Palmdale | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Innovations Academy of Palmdale Palmdale | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Palmdale Academy Charter Palmdale | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Barrel Springs Elementary Palmdale | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Oak Tree Community Day Palmdale | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cactus Medical Health and Technology Magnet Academy Palmdale | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Palmdale Aerospace Academy Palmdale | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Manzanita Elementary Palmdale | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Joshua Hills Elementary Palmdale | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Il Giardino Montessori Palmdale | 3.1 mi | — |
| Desert Rose Elementary Palmdale | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,894
Median Home Value
$414,600
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
43,903
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
33.3
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| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| Aspire Summit Charter Academy Oakland, CA | 4.1 |
| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
| Bowling Green Elementary Sacramento, CA | 4.1 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quail Valley Elementary
What grades does Quail Valley Elementary serve?
Quail Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Quail Valley Elementary?
Quail Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quail Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Quail Valley Elementary is 27.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quail Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Quail Valley Elementary ranks #8,476 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Quail Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Quail Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Quail Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quail Valley Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Quail Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Quail Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quail Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Quail Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quail Valley Elementary?
85.5% of students at Quail Valley 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (661) 533-7100
Resources & Links
District
Palmdale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 17,935
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,861
- District Rank
- #24 of 29
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