Graduation Requirements
Students shall receive diplomas of graduation from high school only after completing the prescribed course of study and meeting the standards of proficiency established by the district and the state. All students who are planning to attend a four-year college and/or university should consult with their school counselor to develop a four-year plan that is acceptable for admission purposes. Coursework requirements vary at each institution.
Perris Union High School District also offers Career Technical Education (CTE) courses. CTE is a program of study that involves a multiyear sequence of courses that integrates core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers. More information can be found at cde.ca.gov/ci/ct​ Students are encouraged to meet with school counselors to help them choose courses at their school that will meet college admission requirements or enroll in career technical education courses, or both.
Here is the breakdown of the 225 Total Credits Needed to Graduate
- Four courses in English
- Three courses in mathematics, including one year of Algebra 1
- Three courses in science, including biological and physical sciences
- Three courses in social studies, including United States history and geography; world history, culture, and geography; a one-semester course in American government and civics; and a one-semester course in economics
- One course in visual or performing arts or career technical education (CTE). To be counted toward meeting graduation requirements, a CTE course shall be aligned to the CTE model curriculum standards and framework.
- Two courses of physical education
- One course of a World Language (American Sign Language meets this requirement)
- 55 elective credits (10 maximum credits for office aides - Seniors only, 40 credits maximum for Work Experience, 20 credits maximum for community service, and 40 credits maximum for ROP/CTE)