Serving 1,417 students in grades 9-12, Palos Verdes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palos Verdes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palos Verdes High School's student population of 1,417 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palos Verdes High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palos Verdes High School is 0.61, 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
#1091 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
16%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
58%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palos Verdes High School's ranking?
Palos Verdes High School is ranked #1091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palos Verdes High School often compared to?
Palos Verdes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Mira Costa High School, El Segundo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palos Verdes High School?
The graduation rate of Palos Verdes High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palos Verdes High School?
1,417 students attend Palos Verdes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Palos Verdes High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palos Verdes High School?
Palos Verdes High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Palos Verdes High School offer ?
Palos Verdes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palos Verdes High School part of?
Palos Verdes High School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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