Best Arcata Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,487 students in Arcata, CA.

The top-ranked public high schools in Arcata, CA are Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy, Arcata High School and Mad River High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Arcata, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Arcata have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.

Arcata, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.

The school with highest graduation rate is Arcata High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.

Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).