R. REX PARRIS HIGH SCHOOL

R. Rex Parris 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 637 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 24 teachers, R. Rex Parris High has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

R. Rex Parris High School, located in Palmdale, California, is a specialized educational institution operating under the Antelope Valley Union High School District. The school is primarily designed as a continuation high school, providing a personalized and flexible learning environment for students who may benefit from an alternative setting to the traditional comprehensive high school experience. Its mission is focused on helping students recover credits, stay on track for graduation, and develop the academic and social skills necessary for post-secondary success.

The school emphasizes a supportive, small-school culture that prioritizes individualized attention and credit acceleration. By utilizing smaller class sizes and focused instructional strategies, R. Rex Parris High aims to re-engage students who have faced challenges in their educational journey. In addition to core academic requirements, the school often incorporates career readiness and counseling services to ensure that students are prepared for transition into the workforce, vocational training, or higher education upon earning their diplomas.

For more information, contact R. Rex Parris High at (661) 274-1230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.