Serving 719 students in grades 9-12, Twentynine Palms High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twentynine Palms High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Twentynine Palms High School's student population of 719 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
719 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twentynine Palms High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twentynine Palms High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5989 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twentynine Palms High School's ranking?
Twentynine Palms High School is ranked #5989 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Twentynine Palms High School often compared to?
Twentynine Palms High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yucca Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Twentynine Palms High School?
The graduation rate of Twentynine Palms High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Twentynine Palms High School?
719 students attend Twentynine Palms High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Twentynine Palms High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twentynine Palms High School?
Twentynine Palms High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Twentynine Palms High School offer ?
Twentynine Palms High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Twentynine Palms High School part of?
Twentynine Palms High School is part of Morongo Unified School District.
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