Very Good
#2653 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Palisades Charter High
High School · Palisades Charter High District
15777 Bowdoin St., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Enrollment
2,991
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,991
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,653 of 9,539
In Pacific Palisades
#3 of 3
public schools
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Palisades Charter High
High School in Pacific Palisades · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palisades Charter High
Palisades Charter High is a public high school in Pacific Palisades, CA, part of Palisades Charter High District. Palisades Charter High serves approximately 2,991 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Palisades Charter High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,653 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palisades Charter High show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Palisades Charter High is a large school: 2,991 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Palisades Charter High runs 24.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Palisades Charter High is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Palisades Charter High — Students at Palisades Charter High score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Palisades Charter High Compares
See how Palisades Charter High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15777 Bowdoin St., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palisades Charter High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Palisades Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canyon Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Middle (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pacific Palisades, see our Pacific Palisades schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palisades Charter Elementary Pacific Palisades | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Seven Arrows Elementary Pacific Palisades | 0.4 mi | — |
| SEVEN ARROWS ELEMENTARY Pacific Palisades | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Pac Pali Pacific Palisades | 0.8 mi | — |
| Marquez Charter Pacific Palisades | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTSIDE WALDORF SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| CARLTHORP SCHOOL Santa Monica | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Carlthorp Santa Monica | 1.8 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Monica | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Paul Revere Charter Middle Los Angeles | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Monica | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Sycamore Community School Santa Monica | 2.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Monica | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,985
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,133/mo
Population
21,438
College Educated
78.9%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.1
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| Chico High Chico, CA | 7.4 |
| Corona High Corona, CA | 7.4 |
| Downey High Downey, CA | 7.4 |
| Folsom High Folsom, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palisades Charter High
What grades does Palisades Charter High serve?
Palisades Charter High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palisades Charter High?
Palisades Charter High has an enrollment of approximately 2,991 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palisades Charter High?
The student-teacher ratio at Palisades Charter High is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palisades Charter High rank in CA?
Palisades Charter High ranks #2,653 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palisades Charter High's MySchoolScout rating?
Palisades Charter High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Palisades Charter High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palisades Charter High has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Palisades Charter High a charter school?
Yes, Palisades Charter High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Palisades Charter High a Title I school?
No, Palisades Charter High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palisades Charter High?
27.1% of students at Palisades Charter High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,991
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (310) 230-6623
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Palisades Charter High District- District Enrollment
- 2,991
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,266
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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