Serving 1,584 students in grades 9-12, Palm Springs High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Springs High School's student population of 1,584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Springs High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3671 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
70%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Springs High School's ranking?
Palm Springs High School is ranked #3671 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palm Springs High School often compared to?
Palm Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Springs High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Springs High School?
1,584 students attend Palm Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Palm Springs High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Springs High School?
Palm Springs High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Palm Springs High School offer ?
Palm Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palm Springs High School part of?
Palm Springs High School is part of Palm Springs Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
4 4/16/2020
The school office has its pros and cons but I got to say, it's one of the best schools in the Coachella Valley, there's about currently 1,000 to 2,000 kids at the school so everybody knows everybody. Currently, we are in a pandemic so schools out but I really miss PS because it is a great school.
1 1/20/2020
Horrible staff & administration is worse. Almost got my grandson drowned by telling him to leave school when major flash flood warnings. He got caught in a flood and had to be rescued. He has disabilities and school never apologized. They are always horrible about helping with true success or making things right. This whole school district is terrible. Principals, vice principals & superintendent are the worst. Teachers truly unconcerned and selfish. It's all about them.
2 10/17/2011
The school needs to do something about bullys at this school. The administration dont care and they treat the kids like adults just to deal with their issues. We raise our kids to tell someone when they need help only this school would rather ignore the problem and get rid of the person who is doing the complaining. Will this ever end.
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