Benicia High School serves 1,447 students in grades 9-12.
Benicia High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Benicia High School's student population of 1,447 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benicia High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Benicia High School is 0.74, 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
#664 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #664 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 84%.
How many students attend Benicia High School?
1,447 students attend Benicia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Benicia High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benicia High School?
Benicia High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to 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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