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.
2,079
Total Students
80.0
Full-Time Teachers
26.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palm Desert High
Demographic Student Count
White734
Hispanic1,008
Black40
Asian174
Two or More109
American Indian11
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    1,008 (48.5%)
  • White
    734 (35.3%)
  • Asian
    174 (8.4%)
  • Two or More
    109 (5.2%)
  • Black
    40 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
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: 2,079
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 80.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 26.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 926
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 325
Grades Taught
Grade 9 564
Grade 10 520
Grade 11 527
Grade 12 468

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palm Desert High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9564
Grade 10520
Grade 11527
Grade 12468
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palm Desert High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,04650.3%
Male1,03349.7%