Best 94952 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,449 students in 94952, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94952, CA are Carpe Diem High (Continuation School), Petaluma High School and Valley Oaks High (Alternative). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 94952 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94952, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94952 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Petaluma High School, with 94% 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 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94952, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
199 Fair St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4796
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Petaluma High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
201 Fair St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4651
Gr: 9-12 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
540 Vallejo St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4794
Gr: 7-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
South County Consortium
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Douglas St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4641
Gr: K-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
San Antonio High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Vallejo St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4758
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Liberty Independent Study
Charter School
170 Liberty School Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 795-4380
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94952, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94952, CA include Carpe Diem High (Continuation School), Petaluma High School and Valley Oaks High (Alternative).
How many public high schools are located in 94952?
6 public high schools are located in 94952.
What is the racial composition of students in 94952?
94952 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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