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Desert Willow Fine Arts, Science and Technology Magnet Academy

Palmdale Elementary · Los Angeles County · 36555 Sunny Lane, Palmdale, CA 93550-1019

(661) 285-5866 · www.palmdalesd.org/dw

2/10
#1159
Rank 1159 out of 1,315
Top 88%
English Language Arts3/10 · #1035 · 21st percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #1222 · 7th percentile
Science1/10 · #1208 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Desert Willow stands out in the Antelope Valley as a magnet school that genuinely blends creative and analytical thinking — the kind of place where a kid can be into both robotics and theater without having to choose. Families who seek out Desert Willow tend to be intentional about their children's education, drawn by the fine arts and STEM focus in an area where magnet options give families real choices within the Palmdale district. Palmdale itself is a sprawling high desert community with a tight-knit, working-class spirit, and for families navigating middle school options here, Desert Willow's math and science scores — ranking in the top 10% statewide — make it a genuinely compelling find.

Student Demographics

872 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
705 (81%)
African American
105 (12%)
White
33 (4%)
Other
29 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners187 (21%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged808 (93%)
Students with Disabilities155 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

948
Enrollment
43.8
Teachers (FTE)
21.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
15
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #1215 · 12th percentile

22 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.