For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,328 students in 93304, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93304, CA are South High School and Vista Continuation High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93304 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93304, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93304 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93304, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Planz Rd.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 831-3680
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 831-3680
Gr: 9-12 | 2,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Vista Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 P St.
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 327-8561
Bakersfield, CA 93304
(661) 327-8561
Gr: 9-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93304, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93304, CA include South High School and Vista Continuation High School.
How many public high schools are located in 93304?
2 public high schools are located in 93304.
What is the racial composition of students in 93304?
93304 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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