Best Citrus Heights Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,499 students in Citrus Heights, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Citrus Heights, CA are Mesa Verde High School and San Juan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Citrus Heights, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in Citrus Heights have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Citrus Heights, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is equal to the California average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mesa Verde High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Citrus Heights, CA (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mesa Verde High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7501 Carriage Dr.
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-5288
Grades: 9-12
| 874 students
Rank: #22.
San Juan High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7551 Greenback Ln.
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
(916) 971-5112
Grades: 9-12
| 625 students
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Citrus Heights, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
5959 Greenback Ln. #500 C/o Ca
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 992-9036
Grades: K-6
| 22 students
7322 Sunrise Blvd.
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
(916) 971-5220
Grades: K-6
| 383 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in Citrus Heights, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Citrus Heights, CA include Mesa Verde High School and San Juan High School.
How many public high schools are located in Citrus Heights, CA?
2 public high schools are located in Citrus Heights, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Citrus Heights, CA?
Citrus Heights, CA public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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