Yellen Learning Center
58 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
The Yellen Learning Center, located in Palmdale, California, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Palmdale School District. Unlike a traditional K-8 campus, the center focuses on providing alternative educational pathways designed to support students who may require a different environment to succeed academically and behaviorally. The school is committed to fostering a supportive community that prioritizes personalized instruction and social-emotional growth, aiming to bridge learning gaps and prepare students for a successful transition back to comprehensive school settings or toward their next academic milestones.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, the Yellen Learning Center emphasizes a structured, small-group approach that allows for greater individual attention from staff. By focusing on targeted interventions and individualized learning plans, the school works to empower students to overcome obstacles and build the confidence necessary for academic achievement. The center serves as a vital resource within the district, reflecting the Palmdale School District’s broader mission to provide equitable learning opportunities and comprehensive support services tailored to the diverse needs of its student population.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, the Yellen Learning Center emphasizes a structured, small-group approach that allows for greater individual attention from staff. By focusing on targeted interventions and individualized learning plans, the school works to empower students to overcome obstacles and build the confidence necessary for academic achievement. The center serves as a vital resource within the district, reflecting the Palmdale School District’s broader mission to provide equitable learning opportunities and comprehensive support services tailored to the diverse needs of its student population.
58
Total Students
10.6
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic | 19 |
| Black | 36 |
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Black36 (62.1%)
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Hispanic19 (32.8%)
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White3 (5.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Palmdale Elementary |
| Phone: | (661)456-1600 |
| Website: | http://www.palmdalesd.org/yn |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 58 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 10.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 50 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 1
3
Grade 2
1
Grade 3
3
Grade 4
5
Grade 5
7
Grade 6
13
Grade 7
7
Grade 8
19
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 3 |
| Grade 2 | 1 |
| Grade 3 | 3 |
| Grade 4 | 5 |
| Grade 5 | 7 |
| Grade 6 | 13 |
| Grade 7 | 7 |
| Grade 8 | 19 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 9 | 15.5% |
| Male | 49 | 84.5% |
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