For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,368 students in Benicia, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 397 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Benicia, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Benicia, CA are Matthew Turner Elementary School, Joe Henderson Elementary School and Mary Farmar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benicia, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Benicia have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Benicia, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Matthew Turner Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
540 Rose Dr.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8390
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8390
Grades: K-5
| 508 students
Rank: #22.
Joe Henderson Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 Hastings Dr.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8370
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8370
Grades: K-5
| 519 students
Rank: #33.
Mary Farmar Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Military West
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8350
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8350
Grades: K-5
| 464 students
Rank: #44.
Benicia High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1101 Military West
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8325
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8325
Grades: 9-12
| 1,405 students
Rank: #55.
Robert Semple Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2015 East Third St.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8360
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8360
Grades: K-5
| 472 students
Rank: #66.
Benicia Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Southampton Rd.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8340
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8340
Grades: 6-8
| 948 students
Rank: #77.
Liberty High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
351 East J St.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8323
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8323
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
Rank: n/an/a
Community Day
Alternative School
426 East K St.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8300
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 747-8300
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
Benicia, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 East K St.
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-1565
Benicia, CA 94510
(707) 745-1565
Grades: K-5
| 359 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Benicia, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Benicia, CA include Matthew Turner Elementary School, Joe Henderson Elementary School and Mary Farmar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Benicia?
8 public schools are located in Benicia.
What percentage of students in Benicia go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Benicia are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Benicia?
Benicia public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Benicia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Benicia include: Robert Semple Elementary School vs. Mary Farmar Elementary School, Joe Henderson Elementary School vs. Matthew Turner Elementary School, Matthew Turner Elementary School vs. Joe Henderson Elementary School
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