For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 896 students in Hughson, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Hughson, CA are Hughson High School and Dickens (Billy Joe) High (continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hughson, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Hughson have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Hughson, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hughson 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Hughson, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hughson High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7419 East Whitmore Ave.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-0469
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-0469
Gr: 9-12 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Dickens (Billy Joe) High (continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6937 Fox Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
Valley Community Day
Alternative School
6937 Fox Rd.
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Hughson, CA 95326
(209) 883-4182
Gr: 7-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Hughson, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Hughson, CA include Hughson High School and Dickens (Billy Joe) High (continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in Hughson?
3 public high schools are located in Hughson.
What is the racial composition of students in Hughson?
Hughson public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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