For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 790 students in Carmel, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Carmel, CA are Carmel High School and Carmel Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carmel, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Carmel have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public high schools.
Carmel, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carmel 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Carmel, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carmel High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3600 Ocean Ave.
Carmel, CA 93922
(831) 624-1821
Carmel, CA 93922
(831) 624-1821
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Carmel Valley High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27335 Schulte Rd.
Carmel, CA 93922
(831) 624-4462
Carmel, CA 93922
(831) 624-4462
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Carmel, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Carmel, CA include Carmel High School and Carmel Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in Carmel?
2 public high schools are located in Carmel.
What is the racial composition of students in Carmel?
Carmel public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Carmel are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Carmel include: Carmel Valley High School vs. Carmel High School
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