For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,188 students in Pacifica, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Pacifica, CA are Terra Nova High School and Oceana High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pacifica, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Pacifica have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Pacifica, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oceana High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Pacifica, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Terra Nova High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7600
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
Oceana High School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Paloma Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 491 students
Pacifica, California 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Pacifica, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Pacifica, CA include Terra Nova High School and Oceana High School.
How many public high schools are located in Pacifica?
2 public high schools are located in Pacifica.
What is the racial composition of students in Pacifica?
Pacifica public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Pacifica are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Pacifica include: Oceana High School vs. Terra Nova High School, Terra Nova High School vs. Oceana High School
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