Best 95991 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,284 students in 95991, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95991, CA are Aerostem Academy, Yuba City High School and Yuba City Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95991 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95991, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95991 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Yuba City High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95991, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aerostem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
82 Second St.
Yuba City, CA 95991
(530) 742-2531
Gr: 5-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Yuba City High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
850 B St.
Yuba City, CA 95991
(530) 674-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,678 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Yuba City Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
256 Wilbur Ave.
Yuba City, CA 95991
(530) 822-9667
Gr: K-12 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Yuba City Independence Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
984 B St.
Yuba City, CA 95991
(530) 822-5244
Gr: K-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Albert Powell Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1875 Clark Ave.
Yuba City, CA 95991
(530) 822-5210
Gr: 10-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95991, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95991, CA include Aerostem Academy, Yuba City High School and Yuba City Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 95991?
5 public high schools are located in 95991.
What is the racial composition of students in 95991?
95991 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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