Knight High School

Knight High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
37423 70th St E,  Palmdale, CA
Antelope Valley Union High School District
3.9
4.2
2,927 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Richie Romero
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
36%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
114
Full Time Teachers
114
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
500
Verbal
530
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
22
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
55%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
3%
State Average
17.9%
Science
1.5%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
380:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.6%
Female
46.4%
Hispanic
79.1%
Black
13.2%
White
3.4%
Two or more races
2.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#76 Best Magnet HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
California State University - Northridge 720 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 600 Students
University of California - Irvine 445 Students
University of California - San Diego 420 Students
University of California - Berkeley 383 Students
University of Southern California 363 Students
San Diego State University 328 Students
California State University - Long Beach 313 Students
Antelope Valley College 299 Students
University of California - Davis 289 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 192 Students
Psychology 183 Students
Nursing 181 Students
Business 164 Students
Criminology 101 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 89 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 86 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 74 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 62 Students
Mechanical Engineering 61 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 738 Reviews
4.0 Junior
4/20/2025
Although there are plenty of flaws which is to be expected Pete knight high school really does care about their students each teacher,security guard, and administrators are always there which makes learning easier.
4.0 Senior
4/15/2025
Well you see my experience at Knight High School has been extremely good. The teachers are caring, the campus is clean, and there are plenty of extracurricular activities that make school life interesting. Also the academic atmosphere inspires students to perform their best, and there is a high level of community and school spirit.
4.0 Alum
3/12/2025
Academically, it was an excellent school since there were so many AP classes to choose from and different programs for interested students, such as nursing(off campus)
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 33 Reviews
5.0 student
8/10/2017
great teachers!!! they really do try to help kids to graduate!!!
5.0 student
11/24/2015
Wide variety of classes and AP classes! Great sports and the teachers are very helpful.
2.0 parent
7/27/2015
I am a parent and I fill the teachers needs to pay more attention to students, help them get motivate with their homework but my son says there is no motivation and he feels teachers don't care who is learning or who doesn't. I personally have bad experience with contacting with 2 teachers. I left m...
4.0 parent
4/17/2014
I am a parent of a PKHS student and find the school to be good but lacks more attention to students and their learning needs. We need more focus on helping students get ahead and conquer obstacles.

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Knight High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Palmdale, CA and is served by the Antelope Valley Union High School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 2,927 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 36% are proficient in reading. Knight High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 85%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $484,197. Discover additional schools in the area, like Palmdale Academy Charter, Palmdale Aerospace Academy, iLEAD Hybrid, and more. Learn more about what Palmdale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Knight High School.

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