La Quinta High School is one of six public high schools, grades 9-12, in the Desert Sands Unified School District. It is located in La Quinta, California. The school was a California Distinguished Schools award winner in 1999, 2003 and 2011.
Serving 2,425 students in grades 9-12, La Quinta 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Quinta High serves the southwest area of La Quinta, CA, covering approximately 27.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles to the furthest point of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Quinta High School's student population of 2,425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,425 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Motto
The Blackhawk Way
School Rankings
La Quinta High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Quinta High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4689 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Edp 445
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Quinta High School's ranking?
La Quinta High School is ranked #4689 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Quinta High School often compared to?
La Quinta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Desert High School, Coachella Valley 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 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Quinta High School?
The graduation rate of La Quinta High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend La Quinta High School?
2,425 students attend La Quinta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of La Quinta High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Quinta High School?
La Quinta High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Quinta High School offer ?
La Quinta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Quinta High School part of?
La Quinta High School is part of Desert Sands Unified School District.
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