For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,839 students in Atwater, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Atwater, CA are Buhach Colony High School and Atwater High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atwater, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Atwater have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Atwater, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Atwater High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Atwater, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buhach Colony High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Buhach Rd.
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1400
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,827 students
Rank: #22.
Atwater High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Fruitland Ave.
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1200
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,012 students
Atwater, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Atwater Junior Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1434 California St.
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 357-6100
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 357-6100
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Atwater, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Atwater, CA include Buhach Colony High School and Atwater High School.
How many public high schools are located in Atwater, CA?
2 public high schools are located in Atwater, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Atwater, CA?
Atwater, CA public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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