Paloma Valley High School is a public four-year high school located in Menifee, California. The school is part of the Perris Union High School District. It opened for its first school year on September 7, 1995. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement coursework and exams.
Serving 2,593 students in grades 9-12, Paloma Valley 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paloma Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Paloma Valley High School's student population of 2,593 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paloma Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paloma Valley High School is 0.60, 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
#3954 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paloma Valley High School's ranking?
Paloma Valley High School is ranked #3954 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paloma Valley High School often compared to?
Paloma Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paloma Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Paloma Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Paloma Valley High School?
2,593 students attend Paloma Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Paloma Valley High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paloma Valley High School?
Paloma Valley High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paloma Valley High School offer ?
Paloma Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paloma Valley High School part of?
Paloma Valley High School is part of Perris Union High School District.
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