For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,378 students in 95521, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 95521, CA are Mad River High (Continuation School), Arcata High School and Six Rivers Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95521 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95521, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95521 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arcata High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95521, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mad River High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Murray Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 839-6480
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 839-6480
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Rank: #22.
Arcata High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2400
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,011 students
Rank: #33.
Six Rivers Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2428
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2428
Grades: 9-12
| 106 students
Rank: #44.
Laurel Tree Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Valley West Blvd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Grades: K-12
| 173 students
Rank: #55.
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-2443
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-2443
Grades: 9-12
| 40 students
95521, California 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1897 S St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-0134
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-0134
Grades: K-6
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 95521, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 95521, CA include Mad River High (Continuation School), Arcata High School and Six Rivers Charter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 95521?
5 public high schools are located in 95521.
What is the racial composition of students in 95521?
95521 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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