John Henry High School
High school in Richmond, CA · SBE - John Henry High · Grades 9-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 26% of John Henry High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 15% met the math standard. In reading, that is 23 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 8% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 4th of 6 public high schools in Richmond. Reading results in 2026 were 15 points lower than in 2024, and math results were about the same as in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 41% | 30% | 26% | −15 pts |
| Math | 15% | 32% | 15% | 0 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| John Henry High School | 26% | 15% |
| 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 14 of 22 freshman applicants from John Henry High School (64%), and 4 enrolled.
Homes near John Henry High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94804, where John Henry High School is located, is $566K, down 1.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 mi | Leadership Public Schools: Richmond CharterRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 38% | 21% | $507K |
| 1.6 mi | John F. Kennedy HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 14% | 23% | $566K |
| 2.4 mi | Summit Public School K2 CharterEl Cerrito · Grades 7-12 | 25% | 14% | $1.12M |
| 2.7 mi | Richmond HighRichmond · Grades 9-12 | 28% | 5% | $566K |
| 2.9 mi | Invictus Academy of Richmond CharterEl Cerrito · Grades 7-12 | 39% | 17% | $1.12M |
| 3.3 mi | El Cerrito HighEl Cerrito · Grades 9-12 | 56% | 38% | $1.12M |
School details
- Address
- 1402 Marina Way South, Richmond, CA 94804
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (510) 235-2439
- District
- SBE - John Henry High
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 338 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2015
- Website
- www.amethodschools.org
- State school code
- 07773540132233
Common questions
How did John Henry High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 26% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 15% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend John Henry High School?
338 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many John Henry High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 14 of 22 UC freshman applicants from John Henry High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 23% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near John Henry High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94804, where John Henry High School is located, is $566K, down 1.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near John Henry High School guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.