Best 94040 California Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,274 students in 94040, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 94040, CA are Mountain View High School and Alta Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94040 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94040, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94040 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mountain View High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94040, CA Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mountain View High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3535 Truman Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 940-4602
Grades: 9-12
| 2,202 students
Rank: #22.
Alta Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1325 Bryant Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 691-2433
Grades: 9-12
| 72 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 94040, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 94040, CA include Mountain View High School and Alta Vista High School.
How many public high schools are located in 94040?
2 public high schools are located in 94040.
What is the racial composition of students in 94040?
94040 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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