Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is a public high school in Rolling Hills Estates, Los Angeles County, California, United States, in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. As of 2023, it is a top-ranked school in the Los Angeles, CA Metro Area and California, according to US News & World Report.
Serving 2,075 students in grades 9-12, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palos Verdes Peninsula 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
Diversity
School Overview
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School's student population of 2,075 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,075 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
To inspire and educate all students as they pursue their full potential within a vibrant, compassionate, and diverse learning community.
School Rankings
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is 0.71, 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
#325 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palos Verdes Peninsula High School's ranking?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is ranked #325 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palos Verdes Peninsula High School often compared to?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palos Verdes High School, Mira Costa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
The graduation rate of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
2,075 students attend Palos Verdes Peninsula High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School?
Palos Verdes Peninsula 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 Peninsula High School offer ?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palos Verdes Peninsula High School part of?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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