For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,024 students in La Palma, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in La Palma, CA is John F. Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Palma, CA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in La Palma have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
La Palma, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John F. Kennedy 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in La Palma, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F. Kennedy High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8281 Walker St.
La Palma, CA 90623
(714) 220-4101
La Palma, CA 90623
(714) 220-4101
Gr: 9-12 | 2,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in La Palma, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in La Palma, CA include John F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in La Palma?
1 public high schools are located in La Palma.
What is the racial composition of students in La Palma?
La Palma public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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