Polytechnic High School, home of the Panthers, is a private school located in Pasadena, California. PHS is a college preparatory private day school with approximately 400 students and 25 varsity sports. The mission of Polytechnic School is to develop the intellect, talents, and character of each student in a community of learning dedicated to principles of academic excellence that values the uniqueness and dignity of each member and fosters personal responsibility and service to others.