For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 4,871 students in 95076, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95076, CA are Diamond Technology Institute, Ceiba College Preparatory Academy and New School Community Day. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95076 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95076, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95076 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ceiba College Preparatory Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95076, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diamond Technology Institute
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
112 Diamond Dr.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6225
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6225
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
260 West Riverside Dr.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 786-2100
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 786-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
New School Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
165 Harkins Slough Rd.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-6140
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 761-6140
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Pvusd Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 East Beach St.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 786-2482
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 786-2482
Gr: K-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Pacific Coast Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
294 Green Valley Rd.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 786-2180
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 786-2180
Gr: K-12 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Pajaro Valley High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 Harkins Slough Rd.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-8102
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-8102
Gr: 9-12 | 1,428 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Watsonville High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
250 East Beach St.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6390
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6390
Gr: 9-12 | 2,253 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Renaissance High Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11 Spring Valley Rd.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6344
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6344
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter
Charter School
229 Green Valley Rd.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 466-5697
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 466-5697
Gr: 12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
95076, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1815 Salinas Rd./hwy. 1
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 633-5881
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 633-5881
Gr: 6-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
115 Casserly Rd.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6380
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-6380
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Solano Summit Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
15 Madison St.
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-9725
Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-9725
Gr: 6-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95076, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95076, CA include Diamond Technology Institute, Ceiba College Preparatory Academy and New School Community Day.
How many public high schools are located in 95076?
9 public high schools are located in 95076.
What is the racial composition of students in 95076?
95076 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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