For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 812 students in 93463, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93463, CA are Santa Ynez Valley Union High School and Refugio High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93463 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93463, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93463 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Santa Ynez Valley Union High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93463, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Ynez Valley Union High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2975 Mission Dr.
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-6487
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-6487
Gr: 9-12 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Refugio High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2975 Mission Dr.
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-6487
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-6487
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93463, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93463, CA include Santa Ynez Valley Union High School and Refugio High School.
How many public high schools are located in 93463?
2 public high schools are located in 93463.
What is the racial composition of students in 93463?
93463 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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