LAS PALMAS

Las Palmas is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the National Elementary school district, located in National City, CA with about 662 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Las Palmas has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

**Las Palmas Elementary School**, located at 1900 E. 18th St. in National City, California, is a public school serving students in the National School District. Situated in a diverse urban community, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school is known for its commitment to inclusive education and its efforts to support a student body that reflects the cultural and linguistic richness of the National City area. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, families, and the local community, Las Palmas aims to create a safe, supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. The school typically offers a standard K-6 curriculum supplemented by programs designed to boost literacy, mathematics proficiency, and student engagement.

For more information, contact Las Palmas at (619) 336-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.