Top 5 Best 95642 California Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 764 students in 95642, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 95642, CA are North Star Academy, County Community and Argonaut High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95642 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 95642, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95642 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the California average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Argonaut High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95642, CA Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Star Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Grades: K-12
| 125 students
Rank: #22.
County Community
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 1-12
| 12 students
Rank: #33.
Argonaut High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
501 Argonaut Ln.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 568 students
Rank: #44.
Independence High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Rank: #55.
Amador County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Grades: K-12
| 10 students
Rank: n/an/a
Amador County Rop
Vocational School
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5353
Grades: 12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 95642 California

95642, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
10010 Shenandoah Rd.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Grades: 7-8
| 41 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 95642, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 95642, CA include North Star Academy, County Community and Argonaut High School.
How many public high schools are located in 95642, CA?
6 public high schools are located in 95642, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in 95642, CA?
95642, CA public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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