For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,117 students in 95242, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95242, CA are Walter J. Katnich Community Day, Lodi High School and Vista Oaks Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95242 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95242, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95242 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lodi High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95242, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter J. Katnich Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13451 North Extension Rd.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7331
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7331
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #22.
Lodi High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3 South Pacific Ave.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7695
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7695
Gr: 9-12 | 1,952 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Vista Oaks Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 South Lower Sacramento Ste
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 365-4060
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 365-4060
Gr: K-12 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Independence
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13451 North Extension Rd.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8275
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8275
Gr: K-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95242, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95242, CA include Walter J. Katnich Community Day, Lodi High School and Vista Oaks Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 95242?
4 public high schools are located in 95242.
What is the racial composition of students in 95242?
95242 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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