Palmdale High School is located in Palmdale, California and is part of the Antelope Valley Union High School District. About 4,000 students attend Palmdale High School in grades 9 through 12. Palmdale High School was founded in 1956.
Serving 2,358 students in grades 9-12, Palmdale 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 3% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmdale High School's student population of 2,358 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Black, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmdale 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 Palmdale High School is 0.34, 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
#9004 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmdale High School's ranking?
Palmdale High School is ranked #9004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palmdale High School often compared to?
Palmdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmdale Aerospace Academy, Highland High School, William J. (Pete) Knight High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmdale High School?
The graduation rate of Palmdale High School is 76%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palmdale High School?
2,358 students attend Palmdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Palmdale High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmdale High School?
Palmdale High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palmdale High School offer ?
Palmdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palmdale High School part of?
Palmdale High School is part of Antelope Valley Union High School District.
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