For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,560 students in Arcata, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Arcata, CA are Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy, Mad River High (Continuation School) and Arcata High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcata, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Arcata have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Arcata, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, 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 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Arcata, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1761 11th St.
Arcata, CA 95518
(707) 822-0861
Arcata, CA 95518
(707) 822-0861
Grades: 6-12
| 154 students
Rank: #22.
Mad River High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
| 29 students
Rank: #33.
Arcata High School
Magnet 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
| 1,052 students
Rank: #44.
Six Rivers Charter High School
Magnet School
Charter 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
| 109 students
Rank: #55.
Laurel Tree Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Valley W. Blvd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Grades: K-12
| 177 students
Rank: #66.
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
| 39 students
Arcata, California Public Schools (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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Arcata, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Arcata, CA include Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy, Mad River High (Continuation School) and Arcata High School.
How many public high schools are located in Arcata?
6 public high schools are located in Arcata.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcata?
Arcata public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Arcata are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Arcata include: Six Rivers Charter High School vs. Arcata High School, Laurel Tree Charter vs. Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy, Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy vs. Laurel Tree Charter
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