For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,293 students in 95949, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95949, CA are Bear River High School and John Muir Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95949 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95949, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95949 have a Graduation Rate of 43%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bear River 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95949, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear River High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11130 Magnolia Rd.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-3700
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
John Muir Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
960 Mccourtney Rd., Ste. E
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-4008
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-4008
Gr: 6-12 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95949, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95949, CA include Bear River High School and John Muir Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 95949?
2 public high schools are located in 95949.
What is the racial composition of students in 95949?
95949 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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