Palmdale Academy Charter serves 989 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 989 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmdale Academy Charter's student population of 989 students has grown by 274% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 228% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
989 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palmdale Academy Charter is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Palmdale Academy Charter?
989 students attend Palmdale Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Palmdale Academy Charter students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmdale Academy Charter?
Palmdale Academy Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palmdale Academy Charter offer ?
Palmdale Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Palmdale Academy Charter part of?
Palmdale Academy Charter is part of Palmdale Elementary School District.
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