For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,168 students in 94553, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94553, CA are Briones (Alternative), Alhambra Senior High School and Vicente Martinez High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94553 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94553, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94553 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alhambra Senior 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94553, CA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Briones (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
925 Susana St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5800
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5800
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Alhambra Senior High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 E St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5810
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5810
Gr: 9-12 | 1,028 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Vicente Martinez High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 Susana St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5880
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5880
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Mckinley
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
202 Glacier Dr.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 957-2767
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 957-2767
Gr: 7-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
94553, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
East Gate Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
222 Glacier Dr.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 313-2950
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 313-2950
Gr: 6-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94553, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94553, CA include Briones (Alternative), Alhambra Senior High School and Vicente Martinez High School.
How many public high schools are located in 94553?
4 public high schools are located in 94553.
What is the racial composition of students in 94553?
94553 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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