For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,003 students in Arcadia, CA. The top-ranked public high schools in Arcadia, CA are Arcadia High School and Rancho Learning Center (Alternative). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcadia, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Arcadia have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public high schools.
Arcadia, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arcadia 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 91% 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 Arcadia, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arcadia High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
180 Campus Dr.
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 821-1711
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 821-1711
Gr: 9-12 | 2,939 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Rancho Learning Center (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 South Third Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 821-6629
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 821-6629
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Arcadia, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Arcadia, CA include Arcadia High School and Rancho Learning Center (Alternative). Arcadia has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
How many public high schools are located in Arcadia?
2 public high schools are located in Arcadia.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcadia?
Arcadia public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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