
Quartz Hill High School
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Quartz Hill High School is a comprehensive public high school in Lancaster, California, dedicated to preparing students for college and career success through a diverse range of academic and specialized programs. It serves as a community where students are encouraged to grow academically and personally while engaging in a variety of extracurricular opportunities.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Quartz Hill High School focuses on teaching the whole student, shifting from a purely academic approach to one that emphasizes critical thinking, personal growth, and purpose. The school maintains high expectations for all students, fostering a culture where they are encouraged to dream big, set goals, and work diligently to achieve them. The staff operates under the belief that all students can succeed when provided with a challenging, relevant, and supportive educational environment.
Programmes
The academic curriculum includes Advanced Placement (AP) and honors courses, as well as dual enrollment opportunities. The school features specialized Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, including programs in Film, Engineering, Automotive Technology, Robotics, and Drones. Additionally, the school offers comprehensive arts programming, covering dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and media arts, all integrated with career preparation standards.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a dedicated counseling staff to support students with academic and personal guidance. Counselors are assigned to students based on their last names, with specialized support available for students in the AVID program and the QHTV academy. The staff is committed to providing personalized support to ensure all students can succeed academically and prepare for life after graduation.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Quartz Hill High School offer?
- Quartz Hill High School offers Advanced Placement.
- Is Quartz Hill High School co-educational?
- Quartz Hill High School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Quartz Hill High School located?
- Quartz Hill High School is an international school in Lancaster, United States.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Enrollment is managed through the PowerSchool Enrollment system, which allows families to submit student information and required documentation digitally. Incoming 9th-grade students from local feeder districts are typically pre-loaded into the system, though parents must still complete the final registration steps. Students new to the area or those transferring from non-feeder schools should contact the school directly to initiate the enrollment process. All students must provide proof of required immunizations, including Polio, DTap/DTP/Tdap, MMR, and Hepatitis B, to attend classes.
Calendar
The school maintains an online calendar accessible through its website to keep families informed of events and important dates. Weekly updates are provided to the school community to ensure students and parents remain current on campus activities.
About the campus
The campus is located in Lancaster, California, and serves as a comprehensive high school facility. The school provides specialized learning environments for its various academic and career-focused programs, including dedicated spaces for arts, technology, and engineering pathways.
Co-curriculars
Quartz Hill High School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities designed to help students find their passions and get involved. These opportunities include athletics, leadership programs, and various student-led clubs. Students are encouraged to explore these options to enhance their high school experience and develop personal interests outside of the classroom.
- Charles DunnPrincipal
Charles Dunn is the principal of Quartz Hill High School, a role he began in the 2025–2026 school year. He is a Quartz Hill High School alum who brings nearly a decade of principal experience and over twenty years of service to students and families in the Antelope Valley.
Advanced Placement