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Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy
Middle School · Palmdale Elementary
38060 20th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
786
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,895 of 9,539
In Palmdale
#13 of 43
public schools
In district
#11 of 29
Palmdale Elementary
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy is a public middle school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Elementary. Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy serves approximately 786 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,895 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy 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.
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy runs 26.2:1 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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Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy — Students at Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy Compares
See how Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy 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
38060 20th St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cactus Medical Health and Technology Magnet Academy (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Desert Willow Fine Arts Sci and Tech Magnet Acad (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmdale High Palmdale | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Mary Elementary Catholic Palmdale | 0.6 mi | — |
| Tamarisk Elementary Palmdale | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Rose Elementary Palmdale | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary Palmdale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Il Giardino Montessori Palmdale | 1.0 mi | — |
| Shepherd Christian School Palmdale | 1.4 mi | — |
| Cactus Medical Health and Technology Magnet Academy Palmdale | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Palmdale Aerospace Academy Palmdale | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Oak Tree Community Day Palmdale | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Manzanita Elementary Palmdale | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Joshua Hills Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Desert Willow Fine Arts Sci and Tech Magnet Acad Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| R. Rex Parris High Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Palm Tree Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Palmdale Academy Charter Palmdale | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Innovations Academy of Palmdale Palmdale | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Yucca Elementary Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Palmdale Learning Plaza Palmdale | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Barrel Springs Elementary Palmdale | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,811
Median Home Value
$378,700
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
79,929
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
42.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy
What grades does Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy serve?
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy?
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy has an enrollment of approximately 786 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy rank in CA?
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy ranks #5,895 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy a charter school?
No, Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy a Title I school?
No, Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy?
92.0% of students at Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 786
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (661) 537-6101
Resources & Links
District
Palmdale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 17,935
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,861
- District Rank
- #11 of 29
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