For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 685 students in 95642, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 95642, CA are County Community, Argonaut High School and Independence 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 95642 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95642, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95642 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Argonaut High School, with ≥95% 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 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95642, CA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
County Community
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 1-12
| 15 students
Rank: #22.
Argonaut High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Argonaut Ln.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7700
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 536 students
Rank: #33.
Independence High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 57 students
Rank: #44.
North Star Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Grades: K-12
| 68 students
Rank: #55.
Amador County Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Grades: K-12
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Amador County Rop
Vocational School
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5353
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5353
Grades: 12
| n/a students
95642, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Shenandoah Valley Middle School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
10010 Shenandoah Rd.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Grades: 7-8
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 95642, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 95642, CA include County Community, Argonaut High School and Independence High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 95642?
6 public high schools are located in 95642.
What is the racial composition of students in 95642?
95642 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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