For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,363 students in Norco, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Norco, CA are John F. Kennedy High School, Norco High School and Academy Of Innovation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norco, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Norco have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Norco, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Norco 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 67% 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 Norco, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F. Kennedy High School
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1951 Third St.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 738-2200
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 738-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Norco High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2065 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3241
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3241
Gr: 9-12 | 2,026 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Academy Of Innovation
Alternative School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1951 Third St.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 739-6809
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 739-6809
Gr: K-12 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Victress Bower School For Exceptional Students
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 West Parkridge Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-4646
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-4646
Gr: K-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Norco, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
King (Martin Luther Jr.) Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2820 Clark Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(909) 736-3339
Norco, CA 92860
(909) 736-3339
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Norco Vista High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
2065 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3243
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3243
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Norco, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Norco, CA include John F. Kennedy High School, Norco High School and Academy Of Innovation.
How many public high schools are located in Norco?
4 public high schools are located in Norco.
What is the racial composition of students in Norco?
Norco public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Norco are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Norco include: John F. Kennedy High School vs. Norco High School
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