Summary:
Zip code 94547 in Hercules, California, is served by one public high school, Hercules High, which educates grades 9-12 and stands out as a consistently high-performing institution within the broader West Contra Costa Unified school district.
Hercules High is a standout school, ranking in the top quartile of all California high schools. It achieves exceptional results, particularly in its 95.2% graduation rate and very low 1.2% dropout rate, which are significantly better than both district and state averages. Academically, the school excels in English Language Arts and Science, with proficiency rates well above comparison averages, while mathematics performance, though solid, is closer to the state average.
Notably, the school delivers these strong outcomes despite a student-teacher ratio higher than the ideal and per-student spending below the state average. A potential area for improvement is chronic absenteeism, which is slightly above the state average. Overall, Hercules High demonstrates a sustained record of academic excellence and successful student preparation for graduation within its community.
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