Serving 2,340 students in grades 9-12, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 76%
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School's student population of 2,340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
The graduation rate of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
2,340 students attend Palos Verdes Peninsula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 21:1.
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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