For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,521 students in 93552, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93552, CA are Los Amigos - Dual Immersion, Chaparral Prep Academy and Quail Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93552 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93552, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93552, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Los Amigos - Dual Immersion
Alternative School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6640 East Avenue R-8
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-1546
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-1546
Gr: K-8 | 1,027 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Chaparral Prep Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
37500 50th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-9777
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-9777
Gr: K-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Quail Valley Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
37236 58th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 533-7100
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 533-7100
Gr: K-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
William J. (Pete) Knight High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
37423 70th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 533-9000
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 533-9000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,349 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Cimarron Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
36940 45th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-9780
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-9780
Gr: K-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Shadow Hills Engineering And Design Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
37315 60th St. East
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 533-7400
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 533-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Mesquite Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37622 43rd St. East
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-8376
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-8376
Gr: K-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Golden Poppy Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37802 Rockie Ln.
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-3683
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-3683
Gr: K-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Buena Vista Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37005 Hillcrest Dr.
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-4158
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 285-4158
Gr: K-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
Yellen Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
37015 Goldenview Way
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 456-1600
Palmdale, CA 93552
(661) 456-1600
Gr: K-8 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93552, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93552, CA include Los Amigos - Dual Immersion, Chaparral Prep Academy and Quail Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93552?
10 public schools are located in 93552.
What is the racial composition of students in 93552?
93552 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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