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#5490 of 9,539 schools in CA
Tamarisk Elementary
Elementary School · Palmdale Elementary
1843 East Ave. Q5, Palmdale, CA 93550
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,490 of 9,539
In Palmdale
#10 of 43
public schools
In district
#9 of 29
Palmdale Elementary
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Tamarisk Elementary
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About Tamarisk Elementary
Tamarisk Elementary is a public elementary school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Elementary. Tamarisk Elementary serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tamarisk Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,490 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tamarisk Elementary show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tamarisk Elementary 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.
Tamarisk Elementary runs 26.4:1 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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Tamarisk Elementary — Students at Tamarisk Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 8.3/10.
How Tamarisk Elementary Compares
See how Tamarisk 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
1843 East Ave. Q5, Palmdale, CA 93550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tamarisk Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Tree Community Day (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Innovations Academy of Palmdale (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Palmdale Learning Plaza (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy Palmdale | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Palmdale High Palmdale | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Mary Elementary Catholic Palmdale | 1.1 mi | — |
| Tumbleweed Elementary Palmdale | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Desert Rose Elementary Palmdale | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Il Giardino Montessori Palmdale | 1.3 mi | — |
| R. Rex Parris High Palmdale | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Manzanita Elementary Palmdale | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Palmdale Aerospace Academy Palmdale | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Shepherd Christian School Palmdale | 2.0 mi | — |
| Oak Tree Community Day Palmdale | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cactus Medical Health and Technology Magnet Academy Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Palm Tree Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Yucca Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Joshua Hills Elementary Palmdale | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Palmdale Learning Plaza Palmdale | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Palmdale Academy Charter Palmdale | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Desert Willow Fine Arts Sci and Tech Magnet Acad Palmdale | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Innovations Academy of Palmdale Palmdale | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Mesquite Elementary Palmdale | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
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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| Bon View Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.0 |
| Bryn Mawr Elementary Loma Linda, CA | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tamarisk Elementary
What grades does Tamarisk Elementary serve?
Tamarisk Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tamarisk Elementary?
Tamarisk Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tamarisk Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tamarisk Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tamarisk Elementary rank in CA?
Tamarisk Elementary ranks #5,490 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tamarisk Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tamarisk Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Tamarisk Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tamarisk Elementary has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tamarisk Elementary a charter school?
No, Tamarisk Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tamarisk Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tamarisk Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tamarisk Elementary?
91.1% of students at Tamarisk 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
- 738
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (661) 225-9647
Resources & Links
District
Palmdale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 17,935
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,861
- District Rank
- #9 of 29
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