PALOS VERDES PENINSULA HIGH SCHOOL

Palos Verdes Peninsula High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified school district, located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA with about 2,348 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 98 teachers, Palos Verdes Peninsula High has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Palos Verdes Peninsula High School (PVPHS), located in Rolling Hills Estates, California, is a distinguished public secondary school within the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. Widely recognized for its academic excellence, the school consistently ranks among the top high schools in both California and the nation. It offers a rigorous curriculum that includes an extensive selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized academic programs, and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including championship-caliber athletics, competitive robotics, performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs.

The school serves a diverse and high-achieving student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes intellectual growth, community service, and personal responsibility. Supported by a strong partnership between faculty, parents, and the local community, PVPHS is noted for preparing students for admission to top-tier universities. With its campus situated in a scenic coastal area, the school maintains a reputation for providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances demanding academic standards with a vibrant, supportive campus culture.

For more information, contact Palos Verdes Peninsula High at (310) 377-4888 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.