For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,733 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 10% (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 97%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Buhach Colony 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Atwater, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buhach Colony High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Buhach Rd.
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1400
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,704 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Atwater High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Fruitland Ave.
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1200
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 325-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,029 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Atwater, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Atwater Junior Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
1434 California St.
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 357-6100
Atwater, CA 95301
(209) 357-6100
Gr: K-5
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?
2 public high schools are located in Atwater.
What is the racial composition of students in Atwater?
Atwater public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Atwater are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Atwater include: Buhach Colony High School vs. Atwater High School, Atwater High School vs. Buhach Colony High School
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