Quartz Hill High School is a public, co-educational high school located in Quartz Hill, California. Founded in 1964, it is the third oldest comprehensive high school in the Antelope Valley Union High School District.
Serving 3,175 students in grades 9-12, Quartz Hill High School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Quartz Hill High serves the western part of Lancaster, CA, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 506.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 38.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quartz Hill High School's student population of 3,175 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,175 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Quartz Hill High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quartz Hill 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
#6154 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Royals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quartz Hill High School's ranking?
Quartz Hill High School is ranked #6154 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Quartz Hill High School often compared to?
Quartz Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lancaster High School, Highland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Quartz Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Quartz Hill High School is 88%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Quartz Hill High School?
3,175 students attend Quartz Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Quartz Hill High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quartz Hill High School?
Quartz Hill High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Quartz Hill High School offer ?
Quartz Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Quartz Hill High School part of?
Quartz Hill High School is part of Antelope Valley Union High School District.
School Calendar
View the Quartz Hill High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Quartz Hill was an excellent academic experience for my daughter. They are great about campus security and student involvement in sports and government. Teachers are motivated, personal and professional. My child particpated in swim team, student government, and cheerleading. She moved on to UCSB/biology without difficulty and I am very proud of her. Quartz Hill teachers and staff contributed greatly to her success. Although the physical buildings are spartan and old, don't let the looks fool you. Best High School in the Antelope Valley, both for acamdemics and sports. You won't regret having your child attend there.
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