Shadow Hills Engineering and Design Magnet Academy
813 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Shadow Hills Middle School is a public school located in Palmdale, California, serving students within the Palmdale School District. The school provides a traditional middle school experience, focusing on preparing students for the transition to high school through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core academic subjects, including language arts, mathematics, science, and history. As part of the Palmdale School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal development during the critical middle-level years.
The school’s official website serves as a central hub for parents and students to access information regarding academic policies, extracurricular opportunities, and district resources. By utilizing digital tools and maintaining a focus on community engagement, Shadow Hills aims to keep families informed and involved in the educational process. The school’s location in the High Desert area of Los Angeles County reflects the broader goals of the district to provide equitable educational access and resources to the diverse student population residing in the Palmdale community.
The school’s official website serves as a central hub for parents and students to access information regarding academic policies, extracurricular opportunities, and district resources. By utilizing digital tools and maintaining a focus on community engagement, Shadow Hills aims to keep families informed and involved in the educational process. The school’s location in the High Desert area of Los Angeles County reflects the broader goals of the district to provide equitable educational access and resources to the diverse student population residing in the Palmdale community.
813
Total Students
36.8
Full-Time Teachers
22.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic | 618 |
| Black | 144 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic618 (76.0%)
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Black144 (17.7%)
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White20 (2.5%)
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Asian13 (1.6%)
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Two or More10 (1.2%)
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American Indian5 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Palmdale Elementary |
| Phone: | (661)533-7400 |
| Website: | http://www.palmdalesd.org/sh |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 813 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 36.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 22.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 612 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 63 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
262
Grade 7
295
Grade 8
256
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 262 |
| Grade 7 | 295 |
| Grade 8 | 256 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 370 | 45.5% |
| Male | 443 | 54.5% |
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835 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th