For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 754 students in 96101, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 96101, CA are Modoc County Special Education, Warner High School and High Desert Community Day. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96101 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96101, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96101 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shasta View Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96101, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Modoc County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
139 Henderson St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7110
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7110
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Warner High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
802 North East St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
High Desert Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
802 North East St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Gr: 6-10 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Shasta View Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
675 Shasta View Dr.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3861
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3861
Gr: K-12 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Modoc High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 North Main St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Modoc County Rop
Vocational School
139 Henderson St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7102
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7102
Gr: 9-12
96101, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alturas Community Day (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
809 W. 8th St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7201
Modoc County Community - Alturas (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
139 Henderson St
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7103
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7103
Gr: K-12
Modoc County Community - Tulelake (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
461 Second St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7103
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7103
Gr: K-6
Modoc County Community School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
139 Henderson St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7146
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-7146
Gr: 8-11 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
214 W. First St.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3861
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3861
Gr: K-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
30611 Whitmore Rd.
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3861
Alturas, CA 96101
(530) 233-3861
Gr: K-12 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96101, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96101, CA include Modoc County Special Education, Warner High School and High Desert Community Day.
How many public high schools are located in 96101?
6 public high schools are located in 96101.
What is the racial composition of students in 96101?
96101 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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