For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,694 students in 90274, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 90274, CA are Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Palos Verdes High School and Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 90274 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 90274, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 90274 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90274, CA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
27118 Silver Spur Rd.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-4888
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 377-4888
Gr: 9-12 | 2,175 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Palos Verdes High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
600 Cloyden Rd.
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8471
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-8471
Gr: 9-12 | 1,419 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
38 Crest Rd. West
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Gr: K-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Rancho Del Mar High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38 Crest Road West
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 378-9966
Gr: 10-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
90274, California 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Malaga Cove School - Success Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
300 Paseo Del Mar
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 373-2281
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 373-2281
Gr: K-12
3801 Via La Selva
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 791-5078
Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
(310) 791-5078
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 90274, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 90274, CA include Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, Palos Verdes High School and Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 90274?
4 public high schools are located in 90274.
What is the racial composition of students in 90274?
90274 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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