Palo Alto Middle College High School serves 45 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palo Alto Middle College High School's student population of 45 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palo Alto Middle College 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Palo Alto Middle College High School?
45 students attend Palo Alto Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Palo Alto Middle College High School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palo Alto Middle College High School?
Palo Alto Middle College High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palo Alto Middle College High School offer ?
Palo Alto Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palo Alto Middle College High School part of?
Palo Alto Middle College High School is part of Palo Alto Unified School District.
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