For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 812 students in 93636, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 93636, CA are Centennial Independent Study, Liberty High School and Freedom Home. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 93636 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 93636, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 93636 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Liberty High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93636, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centennial Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 1-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Liberty High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12220 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3500
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Freedom Home
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16362 Paula Rd.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3590
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3590
Gr: K-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Independence Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln Community Day
Alternative School
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
9300 Valley Children's Pl. Ste
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
93636, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Valley Teen Ranch Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
10535 Rd. 35
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 93636, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 93636, CA include Centennial Independent Study, Liberty High School and Freedom Home.
How many public high schools are located in 93636?
6 public high schools are located in 93636.
What is the racial composition of students in 93636?
93636 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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