Palm Tree Elementary vs Palmdale Learning Plaza
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 623 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palm Tree Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
564 students
Palmdale Learning Plaza
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–8
800 students
| Measure | Palm Tree Elementary Palmdale, California | Palmdale Learning Plaza Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4878 of 5,693 | #3013 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47267 of 50,301 | #36207 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 564 | 800 |
| Enrollment | 564 | 800 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 35% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmdale Learning Plaza scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.6 vs 15.8).
- •Palmdale Learning Plaza does better on math proficiency (35% vs 24%).
- •Palmdale Learning Plaza does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •Palmdale Learning Plaza does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 91.1%).
- •Palmdale Learning Plaza does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 26.9).
- •Palmdale Learning Plaza is the larger school with 800 students compared with 564.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Palm Tree Elementary better than Palmdale Learning Plaza?
On the Success Index (US), Palmdale Learning Plaza ranks higher (33.6 vs 15.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Palm Tree Elementary and Palmdale Learning Plaza?
About 623 m in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palm Tree Elementary: 564. Palmdale Learning Plaza: 800. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palm Tree Elementary and Palmdale Learning Plaza rank in California?
Palm Tree Elementary is 4878th of 5,693 and Palmdale Learning Plaza is 3013th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).