Benicia High School is a public high school serving approximately 1,700 students, grades nine through twelve. It is part of the Benicia Unified School District. It is located in Benicia, California, in the North Bay sub-region of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Serving 1,335 students in grades 9-12, Benicia High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Benicia High serves the southwest part of Benicia, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benicia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Benicia High School's student population of 1,335 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
School Motto
Panthers R.I.S.E. Above
School Rankings
Benicia High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benicia High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2912 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benicia High School's ranking?
Benicia High School is ranked #2912 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benicia High School?
The graduation rate of Benicia High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Benicia High School?
1,335 students attend Benicia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Benicia High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benicia High School?
Benicia High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benicia High School offer ?
Benicia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Benicia High School part of?
Benicia High School is part of Benicia Unified School District.
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