For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,070 students in 96021, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 96021, CA are Corning Independent Study, Centennial Continuation High School and Corning Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96021 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96021, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96021 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Corning Union High School, with ≥99% 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 96021, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corning Independent Study
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 East Fig Ln.
Corning, CA 96021
(530) 824-7400
Corning, CA 96021
(530) 824-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Centennial Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
250 East Fig Ln.
Corning, CA 96021
(530) 824-7400
Corning, CA 96021
(530) 824-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Corning Union High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
643 Blackburn Ave.
Corning, CA 96021
(530) 824-8000
Corning, CA 96021
(530) 824-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96021, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96021, CA include Corning Independent Study, Centennial Continuation High School and Corning Union High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96021?
3 public high schools are located in 96021.
What is the racial composition of students in 96021?
96021 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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