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.
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

Student Demographics for Palm Desert High
Demographic Student Count
White755
Hispanic1,010
Black41
Asian150
Two or More90
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    1,010 (49.3 %)
  • White
    755 (36.8 %)
  • Asian
    150 (7.3 %)
  • Two or More
    90 (4.4 %)
  • Black
    41 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palm Desert High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9574
Grade 10519
Grade 11497
Grade 12460
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palm Desert High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,00449%
Male1,04651%