For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 159 students in 96118, CA.
The top-ranked public high school in 96118, CA is Loyalton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96118 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96118, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96118 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Loyalton High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96118, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loyalton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Fourth St.
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-4454
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-4454
Gr: 7-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Sierra County Special Education
Special Education School
111 Beckwith St.
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-4485
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-4485
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Sierra Pass (Continuation School)
Alternative School
700 Fourth St.
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-1660
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-1660
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
96118, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
111 Beckwith St
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-4186
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-4186
Gr: 7-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Sierra County Opportunity Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
109 Beckwith Rd.
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-1660
Loyalton, CA 96118
(530) 993-1660
Gr: 7-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96118, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96118, CA include Loyalton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96118?
3 public high schools are located in 96118.
What is the racial composition of students in 96118?
96118 public high schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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