For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 920 students in 96022, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 96022, CA are West Valley Early College High School and Evergreen Institute Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96022 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96022, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96022 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Valley Early College 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96022, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Valley Early College High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3805 Happy Valley Rd.
Cottonwood, CA 96022
(530) 347-7171
Cottonwood, CA 96022
(530) 347-7171
Gr: 9-12 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Evergreen Institute Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19500 Learning Way
Cottonwood, CA 96022
(530) 347-3411
Cottonwood, CA 96022
(530) 347-3411
Gr: K-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96022, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96022, CA include West Valley Early College High School and Evergreen Institute Of Excellence.
How many public high schools are located in 96022?
2 public high schools are located in 96022.
What is the racial composition of students in 96022?
96022 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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