Best Newark Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,458 students in Newark, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Newark, CA are Newark Memorial High School, Crossroads High (Alternative) and Bridgepoint High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newark, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Newark have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Newark, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newark Memorial High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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 Newark, CA (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newark Memorial High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
39375 Cedar Blvd.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,367 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Crossroads High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
35753 Cedar Blvd.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3200
Gr: 6-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Bridgepoint High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
35753 Cedar Blvd.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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Newark, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
39899 Balentine Dr., Suite 200
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 438-6841
Gr: K-12 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
5735 Musick Ave.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-4000
Gr: K-6 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
39899 Balentine Dr. Ste. 335
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 687-9111
Gr: 9-12
6580 Mirabeau Dr.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3900
Gr: K-6 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
35777 Cedar Blvd
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3701
Gr: 8 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 90%
35777 Cedar Blvd
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3701
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Newark, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Newark, CA include Newark Memorial High School, Crossroads High (Alternative) and Bridgepoint High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newark?
3 public high schools are located in Newark.
What is the racial composition of students in Newark?
Newark public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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