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Best High Schools in modesto, 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.

Modesto, with more than 218,000 people, is a major hub in the Central Valley. It has a long history of farming and a culture that values community, which is reflected in the strong support for local schools and their sports teams. The city has about seven public high schools and a number of private religious schools. People in the area are very proud of these schools, and their sports teams are outstanding. Modesto schools get students ready for jobs in the area by focusing on academic success and offering many vocational programs, especially in technology and agriculture. Families prefer Modesto due to the low cost of living and the schools ability to provide kids with a well-rounded high school experience that includes significant parent involvement.