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Best High Schools in eureka, CA
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Eureka is a coastal city in Humboldt County with a population of about 26,000. It is surrounded by redwood forests. Compared to California big cities, it has a slower pace of life and a lower cost of living. There are eight public schools in the city, including high schools that stress community spirit and long-standing campus traditions. Eureka schools are moving toward personalized, competency-based learning, with chances to do project-based work and take advanced IB classes. Families like Eureka for education because of its unique natural setting and the fact that the school system works with parents and community partners to prepare students for the future.