For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,250 students in 95012, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in 95012, CA is North Monterey County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 95012 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95012, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95012 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Monterey County High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95012, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Monterey County High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13990 Castroville Blvd.
Castroville, CA 95012
(831) 633-5221
Castroville, CA 95012
(831) 633-5221
Gr: 9-12 | 1,250 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
95012, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Community Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
13998 Casroville Blvd.
Castroville, CA 95012
(831) 633-8523
Castroville, CA 95012
(831) 633-8523
Gr: 7-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95012, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95012, CA include North Monterey County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 95012?
1 public high schools are located in 95012.
What is the racial composition of students in 95012?
95012 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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