Best 96009 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 43 students in 96009, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in 96009, CA is Big Valley Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 96009 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96009, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96009 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Big Valley Jr. Sr. High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 96009, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Valley Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
400 Bridge St.
Bieber, CA 96009
(530) 294-5231
Gr: 7-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96009, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96009, CA include Big Valley Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96009?
1 public high schools are located in 96009.
What is the racial composition of students in 96009?
96009 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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