Serving 1,484 students in grades 9-12, Palos Verdes High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Palos Verdes High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 65 square miles in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palos Verdes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palos Verdes High School's student population of 1,484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,484 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palos Verdes High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palos Verdes High School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#989 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
54%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palos Verdes High School's ranking?
Palos Verdes High School is ranked #989 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palos Verdes High School often compared to?
Palos Verdes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palos Verdes Peninsula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palos Verdes High School?
The graduation rate of Palos Verdes High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Palos Verdes High School?
1,484 students attend Palos Verdes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Palos Verdes High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palos Verdes High School?
Palos Verdes High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palos Verdes High School offer ?
Palos Verdes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palos Verdes High School part of?
Palos Verdes High School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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