El Cerrito High School
High school in El Cerrito, CA · West Contra Costa Unified · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 56% of El Cerrito High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 38% met the math standard. In reading, that is 23 points above the West Contra Costa Unified average (34%) and 7 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 45% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 1st of 3 public high schools in El Cerrito. Reading results in 2026 were 4 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 8 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 52% | 45% | 56% | +4 pts |
| Math | 31% | 30% | 38% | +8 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito High School | 56% | 38% |
| West Contra Costa Unified | 34% | 28% |
| Contra Costa County | 52% | 43% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 139 of 165 freshman applicants from El Cerrito High School (84%), and 74 enrolled.
Homes near El Cerrito High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94530, where El Cerrito High School is located, is $1.12M, up 3.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.7 mi | Albany HighAlbany · Grades 9-12 | 84% | 69% | $1.24M |
| 0.7 mi | Invictus Academy of Richmond CharterEl Cerrito · Grades 7-12 | 39% | 17% | $1.12M |
| 1.7 mi | Summit Public School K2 CharterEl Cerrito · Grades 7-12 | 25% | 14% | $1.12M |
| 2.3 mi | John F. Kennedy HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 14% | 23% | $566K |
| 2.9 mi | Berkeley HighBerkeley · Grades 9-12 | 71% | 59% | $1.14M |
| 3.3 mi | John Henry High CharterRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 26% | 15% | $566K |
School details
- Address
- 540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 231-1437
- District
- West Contra Costa Unified
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,361 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 07617960732941
Common questions
How did El Cerrito High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 56% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 38% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend El Cerrito High School?
1,361 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many El Cerrito High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 139 of 165 UC freshman applicants from El Cerrito High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 18% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near El Cerrito High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94530, where El Cerrito High School is located, is $1.12M, up 3.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near El Cerrito High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which West Contra Costa Unified sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.