Best Nipomo Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,137 students in Nipomo, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Nipomo, CA are Central Coast New Tech High School and Nipomo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nipomo, 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 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Nipomo have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Nipomo, 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 Central Coast New Tech 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Nipomo, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Coast New Tech High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
523 North Thompson Ave.
Nipomo, CA 93444
(805) 474-3350
Gr: 9-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Nipomo High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
525 North Thompson Rd.
Nipomo, CA 93444
(805) 474-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Nipomo, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Nipomo, CA include Central Coast New Tech High School and Nipomo High School.
How many public high schools are located in Nipomo?
2 public high schools are located in Nipomo.
What is the racial composition of students in Nipomo?
Nipomo public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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