OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ocotillo Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Palmdale Elementary school district, located in Palmdale, CA with about 744 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 27 teachers, Ocotillo Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Ocotillo Elementary School, located in Palmdale, California, is a public school serving the local community as part of the Palmdale School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and the overall well-being of its students. By emphasizing foundational skills and a well-rounded curriculum, Ocotillo strives to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success and lifelong learning.

Beyond its core academic program, Ocotillo Elementary places a strong focus on community engagement and parental involvement to help create a holistic learning experience. The school utilizes various resources and programs to support student growth, ensuring that both high-achieving students and those requiring additional academic support receive the attention they need. Through its dedication to maintaining a positive school culture, Ocotillo serves as a vital anchor for families in the Palmdale area.

For more information, contact Ocotillo Elementary at (661) 947-9987 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

38737 Ocotillo Sch Dr.
Palmdale, CA 93551
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OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Palmdale, CA with about 744 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
744
Teachers:
27.17
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 744 students

Hispanic/Latino
68.7%
Black or African American
14.1%
White
11.3%
Asian
2.8%
Two or more races
2.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.