For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 767 students in Hercules, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in Hercules, CA is Hercules High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hercules, CA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Hercules have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Hercules, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hercules High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Hercules, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hercules High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1900 Refugio Valley Rd.
Hercules, CA 94547
(510) 231-1429
Hercules, CA 94547
(510) 231-1429
Gr: 9-12 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hercules, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hercules, CA include Hercules High School.
How many public high schools are located in Hercules?
1 public high schools are located in Hercules.
What is the racial composition of students in Hercules?
Hercules public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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