For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,533 students in Los Banos, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Los Banos, CA are Pacheco High School, Los Banos High School and Crossroads Alternative Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Los Banos, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Los Banos have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Los Banos, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Los Banos High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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 Los Banos, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pacheco High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 North Ward Rd.
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 827-4506
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 827-4506
Gr: 9-12 | 1,725 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Los Banos High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1966 11th St.
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-6033
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-6033
Gr: 9-12 | 1,543 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Crossroads Alternative Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
929 West Pacheco Blvd.
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-4013
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-4013
Gr: K-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
San Luis High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 Seventh St.
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-8410
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-8410
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Los Banos, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Los Banos, CA include Pacheco High School, Los Banos High School and Crossroads Alternative Education Center.
How many public high schools are located in Los Banos?
4 public high schools are located in Los Banos.
What is the racial composition of students in Los Banos?
Los Banos public high schools minority enrollment is 91% 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 Los Banos are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Los Banos include: Los Banos High School vs. Pacheco High School, Pacheco High School vs. Los Banos High School
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