Palm Avenue Middle School

About Palm Avenue Middle School

Palm Avenue Middle School is a vibrant and diverse learning environment located in the heart of the city. With a student population of over 800, the school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities to meet the needs of its diverse student body. The school strives to create an atmosphere of respect and support for all students, no matter their background or abilities.
The school offers an extensive range of classes and activities, including math, science, language arts, social studies, physical education, art, music, and technology. Students are also given the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as sports teams, clubs, and after-school programs.
At Palm Avenue Middle School, educators strive to create an environment that encourages students to think critically, solve problems, and develop a strong sense of self-esteem. The school also works to foster a sense of community and provide a safe learning environment for all students. Through its commitment to excellence, Palm Avenue Middle School is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential.

Address:	1017 Palm Ave. Wasco, CA 93280
Phone:	(661) 758-7130
Site:	palm.wuesd.org
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	562 students

Overview Palm Avenue Middle School

Palm Avenue Middle School serves 562 students in grades 6-8.
Palm Avenue Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year. The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1. Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Palm Avenue Middle School

Palm Avenue Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Palm Avenue Middle School is 0.17, 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.