Best 94530 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,417 students in 94530, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94530, CA are El Cerrito High School, Invictus Academy Of Richmond and Summit Public School K2. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94530 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94530, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94530 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is El Cerrito High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94530, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
El Cerrito High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
540 Ashbury Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1437
Gr: 9-12 | 1,460 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Invictus Academy Of Richmond
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7150 Portola Dr.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 994-0888
Gr: 7-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Summit Public School K2
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Elm St.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 374-4093
Gr: 7-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94530, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94530, CA include El Cerrito High School, Invictus Academy Of Richmond and Summit Public School K2.
How many public high schools are located in 94530?
3 public high schools are located in 94530.
What is the racial composition of students in 94530?
94530 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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