For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 12,001 students in 93551, CA (there are , serving 279 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 93551, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93551, CA are Gregg Anderson Academy, Cottonwood Elementary School and Hillview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93551 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93551, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93551, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gregg Anderson Academy
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5151 West Avenue N-8
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 206-3750
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 206-3750
Gr: K-6 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2740 West Ave. P-8
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 267-2825
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 267-2825
Gr: K-6 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Hillview Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40525 Peonza Ln.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 722-9993
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 722-9993
Gr: 6-8 | 1,029 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Rancho Vista Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40641 Peonza Ln.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 722-0148
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 722-0148
Gr: K-6 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Palmdale Learning Plaza
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38043 Division St.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 538-9034
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 538-9034
Gr: K-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Esperanza Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
40521 35th St. West
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 575-0420
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 575-0420
Gr: K-6 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #77.
Ocotillo Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38737 Ocotillo School Dr.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-9987
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-9987
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Dos Caminos Dual Immersion
Alternative School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
39066 Palm Tree Way
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-1849
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-1849
Gr: K-8 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Anaverde Hills
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2902 Greenbrier St.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 575-9923
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 575-9923
Gr: K-8 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Leona Valley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9063 West Leona Ave.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 948-9010
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 948-9010
Gr: K-6 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1111.
Highland High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
39055 25th St. West
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 538-0304
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 538-0304
Gr: 9-12 | 2,778 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1212.
David G. Millen Law And Government Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
39221 22nd St. West
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-3075
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-3075
Gr: 6-8 | 1,006 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1313.
Summerwind Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
39360 Summerwind Dr.
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-3863
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-3863
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1414.
Palmdale Discovery Center
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
39174 Palm Tree Way
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-0181
Palmdale, CA 93551
(661) 947-0181
Gr: K-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
93551, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93551, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93551, CA include Gregg Anderson Academy, Cottonwood Elementary School and Hillview Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 93551?
14 public schools are located in 93551.
What percentage of students in 93551 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 93551 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93551?
93551 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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