For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,422 students in 94901, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 94901, CA are San Rafael High School and Madrone High Continuation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94901 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94901, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94901 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is San Rafael High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94901, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Rafael High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 Third St.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2330
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,302 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Madrone High Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
185 Mission Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2435
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2435
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
94901, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
San Rafael Community Day (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
150 Lovell
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 492-3231
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 492-3231
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 94901, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 94901, CA include San Rafael High School and Madrone High Continuation.
How many public high schools are located in 94901?
2 public high schools are located in 94901.
What is the racial composition of students in 94901?
94901 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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