For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,211 students in 94044, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94044, CA are Terra Nova High School and Oceana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94044 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94044, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94044 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oceana High School, with 90-94% 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 94044, CA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terra Nova High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7600
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Oceana High School
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Paloma Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
94044, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94044, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94044, CA include Terra Nova High School and Oceana High School.
How many public high schools are located in 94044?
2 public high schools are located in 94044.
What is the racial composition of students in 94044?
94044 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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