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Napa High

High School · Napa Valley Unified

2475 Jefferson St., Napa, CA 94558

Enrollment

1,757

Student-Teacher

23.1:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,137 of 9,539

In Napa

#14 of 23

public schools

In district

#18 of 26

Napa Valley Unified

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Napa High

5.1/10

High School in Napa · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Napa High

Napa High is a public high school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Napa High serves approximately 1,757 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Napa High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,137 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Napa High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Napa High runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation20.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,673
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Napa High — Students at Napa High score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
12.1%
ELA
38.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Napa High Compares

See how Napa High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in CA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
20.1% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2475 Jefferson St., Napa, CA 94558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Napa High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE OXBOW SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Technology High (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Valley Oak High (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Kolbe Academy Napa 0.4 mi
Valley Oak High Napa 0.4 mi 5.0
Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa 0.4 mi 6.1
McPherson Elementary Napa 0.5 mi 2.7
New Technology High Napa 0.6 mi 6.1
BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa 0.9 mi 6.9
HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa 1.0 mi
Napa Valley Language Academy Napa 1.1 mi 5.9
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Napa 1.0 mi 6.2
KOLBE ACADEMY & TRINITY PREP Napa 1.0 mi 5.2
Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep Napa 1.0 mi
Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa 1.2 mi 6.5
West Park Elementary Napa 1.0 mi 2.9
Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa 1.1 mi 8.1
Napa Christian Campus of Education Napa 1.4 mi
NAPA CHRISTIAN CAMPUS OF EDUCATION Napa 1.4 mi 7.0
Redwood Middle Napa 1.3 mi 3.8
NATURE'S WAY MONTESSORI Napa 1.2 mi
Shearer Elementary Napa 1.5 mi 3.3
THE OXBOW SCHOOL Napa 1.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,444

Median Home Value

$855,600

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

64,552

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Napa High

What grades does Napa High serve?

Napa High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Napa High?

Napa High has an enrollment of approximately 1,757 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Napa High?

The student-teacher ratio at Napa High is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Napa High rank in CA?

Napa High ranks #7,137 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Napa High's MySchoolScout rating?

Napa High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Napa High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Napa High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Napa High a charter school?

No, Napa High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Napa High a Title I school?

No, Napa High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Napa High?

73.7% of students at Napa High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
87 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,757
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Napa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Napa Valley Unified
District Enrollment
16,116
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,673
District Rank
#18 of 26

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