Best 96020 California Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 127 students in 96020, CA.
The top ranked public high school in 96020, CA is Chester Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96020 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96020, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96020 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chester Junior/senior High School, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 96020, CA Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chester Junior/senior High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
612 First St.
Chester, CA 96020
(530) 258-2126
Grades: 7-12
| 127 students
Rank: n/an/a
Almanor High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
612 First St.
Chester, CA 96020
(530) 258-2126
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 96020, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 96020, CA include Chester Junior/senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96020?
2 public high schools are located in 96020.
What is the racial composition of students in 96020?
96020 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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