For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,943 students in 95401, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95401, CA are Santa Rosa High School, Northwest Prep Charter and Ridgway High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95401 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95401, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95401 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Santa Rosa High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95401, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Rosa High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1235 Mendocino Ave.
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 890-3850
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 890-3850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,553 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Northwest Prep Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2590 Piner Rd.
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 522-3320
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 522-3320
Gr: K-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Ridgway High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 Ridgway Ave.
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 890-3770
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 890-3770
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95401, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95401, CA include Santa Rosa High School, Northwest Prep Charter and Ridgway High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 95401?
4 public high schools are located in 95401.
What is the racial composition of students in 95401?
95401 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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