Best High Schools in Zip Code 93960

This analysis covers three high schools in zip code 93960, serving the Soledad, CA area within the Soledad Unified district, which include a large comprehensive high school, a smaller alternative school, and a specialized transition center for 12th graders.

Soledad High is the district's primary high school and stands out for its very strong 96.5% graduation rate, which is well above the state average, and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 21.3%. In contrast, Pinnacles High, an alternative school, faces significant challenges with a 23.8% dropout rate and extreme chronic absenteeism at 72.1%, despite having more funding per student and a lower student-teacher ratio. The Soledad Transition Center serves a very small, specialized group but also reports severe attendance issues.

Academically, all schools in the area struggle with math proficiency, with rates far below the state average. English proficiency is highest at Soledad High. A key takeaway is the wide performance gap within the same district, highlighting that Soledad High successfully supports students to graduation, while the alternative schools serve populations with very different needs and outcomes. Parents should note the district's overall low ranking but also that Soledad High performs better than the district average.