Below Average
#7739 of 9,539 schools in CA
Yucca Elementary
Elementary School · Palmdale Elementary
38440 Second St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,739 of 9,539
In Palmdale
#24 of 43
public schools
In district
#19 of 29
Palmdale Elementary
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About Yucca Elementary
Yucca Elementary is a public elementary school in Palmdale, CA, part of Palmdale Elementary. Yucca Elementary serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Yucca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yucca Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Yucca 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.
Yucca Elementary runs 25.1:1 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.
35% of students at Yucca 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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Yucca Elementary — Students at Yucca Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
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: 6.2/10.
How Yucca Elementary Compares
See how Yucca 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
38440 Second St. East, Palmdale, CA 93550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yucca Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palmdale Discovery Center (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cottonwood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dos Caminos Dual Immersion (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| R. Rex Parris High Palmdale | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Palmdale Learning Plaza Palmdale | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Palm Tree Elementary Palmdale | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary Palmdale | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PALMDALE UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN Palmdale | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ocotillo Elementary Palmdale | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Dos Caminos Dual Immersion Palmdale | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Palmdale Discovery Center Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| St. Mary Elementary Catholic Palmdale | 1.8 mi | — |
| Tamarisk Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Summerwind Elementary Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Palmdale High Palmdale | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Shepherd Christian School Palmdale | 2.5 mi | — |
| David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy Palmdale | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Desert Rose Elementary Palmdale | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Highland High Palmdale | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Il Giardino Montessori Palmdale | 3.0 mi | — |
| Cottonwood Elementary Palmdale | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CROSSWIND COMM CHURCH-ADVENTURELAND PRESCHOOL Palmdale | 3.7 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.7 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Aspire University Charter Modesto, CA | 4.7 |
| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.7 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park, CA | 4.7 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yucca Elementary
What grades does Yucca Elementary serve?
Yucca Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Yucca Elementary?
Yucca Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yucca Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yucca Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yucca Elementary rank in CA?
Yucca Elementary ranks #7,739 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yucca Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yucca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Yucca Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yucca Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yucca Elementary a charter school?
No, Yucca Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yucca Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yucca Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yucca Elementary?
97.1% of students at Yucca 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
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (661) 273-5052
Resources & Links
District
Palmdale Elementary- District Enrollment
- 17,935
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,861
- District Rank
- #19 of 29
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