Petaluma High School
High school in Petaluma, CA · Petaluma Joint Union High · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 60% of Petaluma High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard. In reading, that is 3 points above the Petaluma Joint Union High average (57%) and 11 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 53% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 2nd of 2 public high schools in Petaluma. Reading results in 2026 were 5 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 5 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 56% | 53% | 60% | +5 pts |
| Math | 28% | 37% | 33% | +5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Petaluma High School | 60% | 33% |
| Petaluma Joint Union High | 57% | 39% |
| Sonoma County | 45% | 33% |
| 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 60 of 77 freshman applicants from Petaluma High School (78%), and 28 enrolled.
Homes near Petaluma High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94952, where Petaluma High School is located, is $1.06M, 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 mi | Casa Grande HighPetaluma · Grades 9-12 | 64% | 27% | $829K |
| 6.9 mi | Credo High CharterRohnert Park · Grades 9-12 | 85% | 43% | $706K |
| 7.8 mi | San Marin HighNovato · Grades 9-12 | 56% | 39% | $1.06M |
| 8.1 mi | Rancho Cotate HighRohnert Park · Grades 9-12 | 49% | 13% | $706K |
| 10.3 mi | Novato HighNovato · Grades 9-12 | 69% | 37% | $1.01M |
| 10.8 mi | Sonoma Valley HighSonoma · Grades 9-12 | 62% | 18% | $932K |
School details
- Address
- 201 Fair Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (707) 778-4651
- District
- Petaluma Joint Union High
- County
- Sonoma County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,173 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional
- State school code
- 49708624935151
Common questions
How did Petaluma High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 60% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 33% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Petaluma High School?
1,173 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Petaluma High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 60 of 77 UC freshman applicants from Petaluma High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 8% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Petaluma High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94952, where Petaluma High School is located, is $1.06M, up 3.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Petaluma High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which Petaluma Joint Union High sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.