For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,684 students in 93277, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93277, CA are University Preparatory High School, El Diamante High School and Valley Life Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93277 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93277, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93277 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is El Diamante High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93277, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
915 South Mooney Blvd. Maripos
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 730-2529
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 730-2529
Gr: 9-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
El Diamante High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5100 West Whitendale Ave.
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 735-3500
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 735-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,890 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Valley Life Charter
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3737 West Walnut Ave.
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 625-8527
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 625-8527
Gr: K-12 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Whitney High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 South Conyer St.
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 730-7602
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 730-7602
Gr: 9-12 | 1,637 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Visalia Technical Early College
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2245 South Linwood
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 622-3212
Visalia, CA 93277
(559) 622-3212
Gr: 9-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93277, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93277, CA include University Preparatory High School, El Diamante High School and Valley Life Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 93277?
5 public high schools are located in 93277.
What is the racial composition of students in 93277?
93277 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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