Best 95831 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,194 students in 95831, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95831, CA are School Of Engineering & Sciences and John F. Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95831 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95831, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95831 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is School Of Engineering & Sciences, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95831, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School Of Engineering & Sciences
Alternative School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7345 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-5040
Gr: 7-12 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
John F. Kennedy High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6715 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-5090
Gr: 9-12 | 1,652 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95831, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95831, CA include School Of Engineering & Sciences and John F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 95831?
2 public high schools are located in 95831.
What is the racial composition of students in 95831?
95831 public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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