For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,294 students in Paso Robles, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Paso Robles, CA are Paso Robles High School, Independence High School and Liberty High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paso Robles, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Paso Robles have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Paso Robles, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paso Robles High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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 Paso Robles, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paso Robles High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
801 Niblick Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1500
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,986 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
812 Niblick Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1620
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1620
Gr: 9-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Liberty High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
810 Niblick Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1600
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1600
Gr: 10-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Paso Robles, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Paso Robles, CA include Paso Robles High School, Independence High School and Liberty High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in Paso Robles?
3 public high schools are located in Paso Robles.
What is the racial composition of students in Paso Robles?
Paso Robles public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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