For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 266 students in 96056, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 96056, CA are Soldier Mountain High (Continuation School) and Fall River 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 96056 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96056, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96056 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fall River Junior-senior High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96056, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Soldier Mountain High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44144 A St.
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Rank: #22.
Fall River Junior-senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
44215 Walnut St.
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-5515
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-5515
Grades: 7-12
| 238 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fall River Community Day
Alternative School
44144 A St.
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Grades: 7-12
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 96056, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 96056, CA include Soldier Mountain High (Continuation School) and Fall River Junior-senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96056?
3 public high schools are located in 96056.
What is the racial composition of students in 96056?
96056 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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