Best 93454 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 6,223 students in 93454, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93454, CA are Pioneer Valley High School and Santa Maria High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93454 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93454, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93454 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pioneer Valley High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 93454, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pioneer Valley High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
675 Panther Dr.
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 922-1305
Gr: 9-12 | 3,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Santa Maria High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
901 South Broadway
Santa Maria, CA 93454
(805) 925-2567
Gr: 9-12 | 3,143 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93454, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93454, CA include Pioneer Valley High School and Santa Maria High School.
How many public high schools are located in 93454?
2 public high schools are located in 93454.
What is the racial composition of students in 93454?
93454 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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