For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 434 students in Helendale, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Helendale, CA are Academy Of Careers And Exploration and Independence Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Helendale, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Helendale have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Helendale, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Academy Of Careers And Exploration, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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 Helendale, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Careers And Exploration
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13943 Rivers Edge Rd.
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Independence Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15350 Riverview Rd., Po Box 24
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1760
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1760
Gr: K-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Helendale, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Helendale, CA include Academy Of Careers And Exploration and Independence Charter Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Helendale?
2 public high schools are located in Helendale.
What is the racial composition of students in Helendale?
Helendale public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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