Norwalk High vs Palos Verdes Peninsula High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norwalk High
Norwalk · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,075 students
Palos Verdes Peninsula High
Rolling Hills Estates · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,075 students
| Measure | Norwalk High Norwalk, California | Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1111 of 1,343 | #39 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15242 of 16,910 | #1789 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,075 | 2,075 |
| Enrollment | 2,075 | 2,075 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 11.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 76% |
| city | Norwalk | Rolling Hills Estates |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 20.1).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on math proficiency (76% vs 21%).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 38%).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.8% vs 77.9%).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.9).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Norwalk High better than Palos Verdes Peninsula High?
On the Success Index (US), Palos Verdes Peninsula High ranks higher (76.8 vs 20.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Norwalk High and Palos Verdes Peninsula High?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Norwalk and Rolling Hills Estates in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Norwalk High: 2,075. Palos Verdes Peninsula High: 2,075. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Norwalk High and Palos Verdes Peninsula High rank in California?
Norwalk High is 1111th of 1,343 and Palos Verdes Peninsula High is 39th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).