Innovations Academy of Palmdale

School Overview
Innovations Academy of Palmdale is a specialized public school within the Palmdale School District that focuses on a rigorous, project-based learning approach. Serving students in grades transitional kindergarten through eighth, the school is designed to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity by integrating core academic subjects with hands-on, real-world challenges. The campus emphasizes a student-centered environment where learners are encouraged to take ownership of their education, moving beyond traditional rote memorization toward a deeper, inquiry-based understanding of complex topics.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Innovations Academy is known for cultivating a tight-knit community that prioritizes personal growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging technology and diverse instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare its students not only for high school but for the evolving demands of the modern workforce. The institution places a strong value on parent and community involvement, viewing it as essential to supporting the diverse needs of its student body and ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
409
Total Students
14.6
Full-Time Teachers
28.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Innovations Academy of Palmdale
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic271
Black76
Asian3
Two or More20
American Indian6
  • Hispanic
    271 (66.3%)
  • Black
    76 (18.6%)
  • White
    33 (8.1%)
  • Two or More
    20 (4.9%)
  • American Indian
    6 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Primarily virtual
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Palmdale Elementary
Phone: (661)236-0161
Website: http://www.palmdalesd.org/ia
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 409
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 28.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 330
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 27
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 32
Grade 1 25
Grade 2 28
Grade 3 40
Grade 4 45
Grade 5 37
Grade 6 42
Grade 7 78
Grade 8 82

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Innovations Academy of Palmdale
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten32
Grade 125
Grade 228
Grade 340
Grade 445
Grade 537
Grade 642
Grade 778
Grade 882
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Innovations Academy of Palmdale
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21552.6%
Male19447.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)