For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 4,257 students in Alhambra, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Alhambra, CA are Mark Keppel High School and Alhambra High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alhambra, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Alhambra have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Alhambra, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mark Keppel High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Alhambra, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mark Keppel High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 East Hellman Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6710
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6710
Gr: 9-12 | 2,201 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Alhambra High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 South Second St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6910
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6910
Gr: 9-12 | 2,056 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Alhambra, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alhambra Community Day (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1000 West Eighth St.
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 457-6955
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 457-6955
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Alhambra Sd Community Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 110
Alhambra, CA 91802
(626) 457-6955
Alhambra, CA 91802
(626) 457-6955
Gr: 7-12 | 32 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Century High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
20 S. Marengo Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6680
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6680
Gr: 9-12
Independence High (Alternative) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
20 S. Marengo Ave.
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6681
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 943-6681
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Independence High Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
15 W. Alhambra
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 308-2594
Alhambra, CA 91801
(626) 308-2594
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Minority enrollment: 87%
409 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 308-2431
Alhambra, CA 91803
(626) 308-2431
Gr: K-8 | 931 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Alhambra, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Alhambra, CA include Mark Keppel High School and Alhambra High School.
How many public high schools are located in Alhambra?
2 public high schools are located in Alhambra.
What is the racial composition of students in Alhambra?
Alhambra public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Alhambra are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Alhambra include: Alhambra High School vs. Mark Keppel High School, Mark Keppel High School vs. Alhambra High School
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