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Best 96001 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 3,149 students in 96001, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 96001, CA are University Preparatory, Shasta High School and Shasta Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96001 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96001, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96001 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University Preparatory, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 96001, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2200 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2790
Gr: 6-12 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Shasta High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2500 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 241-4161
Gr: 9-12 | 1,268 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Shasta Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
307 Park Marina Cir.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Shasta County Juvenile Court
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2684 Radio Ln.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0360
Gr: 7-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Stellar Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5885 East Bonnyview Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Gr: K-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Shasta Collegiate Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2200 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2760
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #77.
Pioneer Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2650 Eighth St.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-1880
Gr: 9-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Shasta-trinity Rop
Vocational School
4659 Eastside Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-3302
Gr: 10-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96001, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96001, CA include University Preparatory, Shasta High School and Shasta Charter Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 96001?
8 public high schools are located in 96001.
What is the racial composition of students in 96001?
96001 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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