Palmdale High School is one of eight comprehensive high schools serving students in the Antelope Valley. Established in 1957, PHS was originally built to serve 1,200 students and now serves approximately 3,000 plus students. Located in northern Los Angeles County, Palmdale High School covers 80 acres in central Palmdale.

The city of Palmdale, with its diverse population of 200,000 residents, is home to innovative aerospace developments and a burgeoning home construction industry. Our District has embraced the creative spirit that prevails in the Antelope Valley. Many new Palmdale residents have relocated from the Los Angeles area making Palmdale High School's student population economically, linguistically and ethnically diverse.

Vision Statement

Students who contribute to the 21st century society in a positive, creative and productive manner.

Mission Statement

To foster the development of productive, creative, critical thinkers who have the ability to adapt and positively contribute to society.

Expected School wide Learning Results

Palmdale High School Students will:

Excel academically as evidenced by

• Proficiency on CSTs
• Meeting A-G requirements and CTE standards
• Proficiency on the CAHSEE

Be prepared to pursue post-high school career/educational/technical endeavors

• Graduation
• Develop informational & literacy technologies
• Become college and career ready with 21st century skills

Become responsible citizens

• Collaborative workers
• Value Diversity
• Communicate effectively
• Critical/Creative Thinkers