Palm Desert High vs West Park High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 719 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palm Desert High
Palm Desert · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,079 students
West Park High
Roseville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,079 students
| Measure | Palm Desert High Palm Desert, California | West Park High Roseville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #506 of 1,343 | #364 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10107 of 16,910 | #7938 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,079 | 2,079 |
| Enrollment | 2,079 | 2,079 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34% | – |
| city | Palm Desert | Roseville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Park High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 43.4).
- •West Park High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 60.2%).
- •West Park High does better on students per teacher (25.7 vs 26.3).
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 Palm Desert High better than West Park High?
On the Success Index (US), West Park High ranks higher (51.7 vs 43.4 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 Palm Desert High and West Park High?
About 719 km in a straight line, between Palm Desert and Roseville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palm Desert High: 2,079. West Park High: 2,079. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palm Desert High and West Park High rank in California?
Palm Desert High is 506th of 1,343 and West Park High is 364th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).