For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 5,849 students in Delano, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Delano, CA are Cesar E. Chavez High School, Delano High School and Robert F. Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Delano, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Delano have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Delano, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cesar E. Chavez High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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 Delano, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cesar E. Chavez High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 Browning Rd.
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-4501
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-4501
Gr: 9-12 | 1,318 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Delano High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1331 Cecil Ave.
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-4137
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-4137
Gr: 9-12 | 1,221 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Robert F. Kennedy High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 Hiett Ave.
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-5117
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-5117
Gr: 9-12 | 1,394 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Wonderful College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2070 Veneto St.
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 721-2887
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 721-2887
Gr: K-12 | 1,845 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Valley High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1927 Randolph St.
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-4180
Delano, CA 93215
(661) 720-4180
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Delano, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Delano, CA include Cesar E. Chavez High School, Delano High School and Robert F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in Delano?
5 public high schools are located in Delano.
What is the racial composition of students in Delano?
Delano public high schools minority enrollment is 98% 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 Delano are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Delano include: Delano High School vs. Cesar E. Chavez High School, Cesar E. Chavez High School vs. Delano High School, Robert F. Kennedy High School vs. Cesar E. Chavez High School
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