For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,685 students in Shafter, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Shafter, CA are Shafter High School and Central Valley High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shafter, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Shafter have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Shafter, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shafter High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Shafter, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shafter High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Gr: 9-12 | 1,599 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Central Valley High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Shafter, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Shafter, CA include Shafter High School and Central Valley High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in Shafter?
2 public high schools are located in Shafter.
What is the racial composition of students in Shafter?
Shafter public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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