For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,743 students in Brentwood, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Brentwood, CA are Heritage High School, Liberty High School and Independence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brentwood, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Brentwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Brentwood, 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 Heritage High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Brentwood, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 American Ave.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-0037
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-0037
Gr: 9-12 | 2,566 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Liberty High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
850 Second St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-3521
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-3521
Gr: 9-12 | 2,836 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
929 Second St.
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2589
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2589
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
La Paloma High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Ghiggeri Way
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2888
Brentwood, CA 94513
(925) 634-2888
Gr: 9-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Brentwood, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Brentwood, CA include Heritage High School, Liberty High School and Independence High School.
How many public high schools are located in Brentwood?
4 public high schools are located in Brentwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Brentwood?
Brentwood public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Brentwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Brentwood include: Liberty High School vs. Heritage High School, Heritage High School vs. Liberty High School, Independence High School vs. Liberty High School
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.