PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL

Palmdale High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Antelope Valley Union High school district, located in Palmdale, CA with about 2,531 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 115 teachers, Palmdale High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Palmdale High School, located in Palmdale, California, is a long-standing educational institution serving the Antelope Valley community as part of the Antelope Valley Union High School District. Known for its mascot, the Falcon, the school provides a comprehensive high school curriculum that emphasizes academic preparation, career technical education, and extracurricular involvement. The campus is designed to foster a well-rounded student experience, offering a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and academic pathways intended to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Palmdale High School places a strong emphasis on school spirit and community engagement. The school’s official website, phsfalcons.org, serves as a central hub for students, parents, and faculty, providing essential information regarding school calendars, district policies, and upcoming events. By maintaining a focus on student growth and campus culture, the school continues to be a staple of the Palmdale educational landscape, striving to help its diverse student body achieve success throughout their high school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Palmdale High at (661) 273-3181 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2137 E. Ave. R
Palmdale, CA 93550-5415
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PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Palmdale, CA with about 2,531 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,531
Teachers:
115.66
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,531 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PALMDALE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 77% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
77.1%
Black or African American
15.4%
White
3.8%
Two or more races
2.7%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.