For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,353 students in 94804, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 94804, 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.
Public high schools in zipcode 94804 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 94804, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 94804 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 94804, CA Public High Schools (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 94804, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 94804, CA include John Henry High School, Richmond High School and John F. Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 94804?
3 public high schools are located in 94804.
What is the racial composition of students in 94804?
94804 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).
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