For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,621 students in 93555, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93555, CA are Burroughs High School and Mesquite Continuation High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93555 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93555, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93555 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Burroughs High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93555, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burroughs High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 East French St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1800
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,518 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Mesquite Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
140 West Drummond
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1810
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1810
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93555, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93555, CA include Burroughs High School and Mesquite Continuation High School.
How many public high schools are located in 93555?
2 public high schools are located in 93555.
What is the racial composition of students in 93555?
93555 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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