For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 429 students in 95340, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95340, CA are Independence High (Alternative) and Yosemite High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95340 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95340, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95340 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Independence High (Alternative), with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95340, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 G St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Yosemite High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 G St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95340, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95340, CA include Independence High (Alternative) and Yosemite High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 95340?
2 public high schools are located in 95340.
What is the racial composition of students in 95340?
95340 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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