Palm Desert High
2,050 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Palm Desert High School, located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, is a prominent secondary institution within the Desert Sands Unified School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success through a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education pathways, and elective programs. The campus culture is heavily influenced by a strong sense of community pride, often centered around its competitive athletic programs and various student-led clubs and organizations.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Palm Desert High emphasizes holistic student development by encouraging participation in extracurricular activities such as performing arts, robotics, and leadership programs. The school’s location provides a unique setting that integrates local community values with a focus on preparing students for global citizenship. With a dedicated faculty and a commitment to maintaining high educational standards, the school strives to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Palm Desert High emphasizes holistic student development by encouraging participation in extracurricular activities such as performing arts, robotics, and leadership programs. The school’s location provides a unique setting that integrates local community values with a focus on preparing students for global citizenship. With a dedicated faculty and a commitment to maintaining high educational standards, the school strives to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
2,050
Total Students
84.9
Full-Time Teachers
24.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 755 |
| Hispanic | 1,010 |
| Black | 41 |
| Asian | 150 |
| Two or More | 90 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic1,010 (49.3 %)
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White755 (36.8 %)
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Asian150 (7.3 %)
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Two or More90 (4.4 %)
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Black41 (2.0 %)
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American Indian3 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Desert Sands Unified |
| Phone: | (760)862-4300 |
| Website: | http://www.dsusd.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,050 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 84.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 24.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 926 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 325 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
574
Grade 10
519
Grade 11
497
Grade 12
460
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 574 |
| Grade 10 | 519 |
| Grade 11 | 497 |
| Grade 12 | 460 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,004 | 49% |
| Male | 1,046 | 51% |
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