For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,553 students in Richmond, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Richmond, CA are John Henry High School, Richmond High School and John F. Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richmond, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Richmond have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Richmond, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richmond High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Richmond, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Henry High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Marina Way South
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 235-2439
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 235-2439
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Richmond High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 23rd St.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1450
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1450
Gr: 9-12 | 1,280 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
John F. Kennedy High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Cutting Blvd.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1433
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1433
Gr: 9-12 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 Chanslor Ave.
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1402
Richmond, CA 94801
(510) 231-1402
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Richmond, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Richmond, CA include John Henry High School, Richmond High School and John F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in Richmond?
4 public high schools are located in Richmond.
What is the racial composition of students in Richmond?
Richmond public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Richmond are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Richmond include: John F. Kennedy High School vs. Richmond High School
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