For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 289 students in 96122, CA.
The top ranked public high school in 96122, CA is Portola Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96122 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96122, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96122 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portola Junior/senior High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96122, CA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portola Junior/senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
155 Sixth Ave.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Gr: 7-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)
Alternative School
155 Sixth Ave.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 30%
96122, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
505 Nevada St.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0560
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0560
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 96122, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 96122, CA include Portola Junior/senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96122?
2 public high schools are located in 96122.
What is the racial composition of students in 96122?
96122 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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