Serving 471 students in grades 7-12, Palomares Of Health Science ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palomares Of Health Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palomares Of Health Science's student population of 471 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palomares Of Health Science is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Palomares Of Health Science often compared to?
Palomares Of Health Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Claremont High School, Lone Hill Middle School, Ramona Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palomares Of Health Science?
The graduation rate of Palomares Of Health Science is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Palomares Of Health Science?
471 students attend Palomares Of Health Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Palomares Of Health Science students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palomares Of Health Science?
Palomares Of Health Science has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palomares Of Health Science offer ?
Palomares Of Health Science offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Palomares Of Health Science part of?
Palomares Of Health Science is part of Pomona Unified School District.
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