Palm Springs High School serves 1,589 students in grades 9-12.
Palm Springs High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 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
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Springs High School's student population of 1,589 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Springs High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Palm Springs High School is 0.51, 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
#1722 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
15%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) 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 #1722 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Springs High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend Palm Springs High School?
1,589 students attend Palm Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Palm Springs High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% 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
View the Palm Springs High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 09, 2023 (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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