Serving 2,290 students in grades 9-12, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority 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: 2,290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palos Verdes Peninsula 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
Diversity
School Overview
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School's student population of 2,290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#344 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palos Verdes Peninsula High School's ranking?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is ranked #344 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palos Verdes Peninsula High School often compared to?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palos Verdes High School, Mira Costa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
The graduation rate of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
2,290 students attend Palos Verdes Peninsula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Palos Verdes Peninsula High School offer ?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palos Verdes Peninsula High School part of?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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