School Overview
Benicia High School, located in the historic bayside community of Benicia, California, serves as the primary secondary school for the Benicia Unified School District. Known for its strong sense of community and academic rigor, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and elective programs designed to prepare students for both four-year universities and specialized career fields. The campus emphasizes a "Panther Pride" culture, encouraging student involvement in a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics, visual and performing arts, and various student-led clubs.

Beyond its academic offerings, Benicia High is noted for its focus on cultivating a supportive environment that prioritizes student well-being and civic engagement. The school leverages its proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area to provide students with diverse learning opportunities and partnerships. With a dedicated faculty and an active parent-teacher association, Benicia High maintains a consistent commitment to fostering a college-going culture while ensuring that each student has the resources necessary to succeed in a globalized, technological landscape.
1,432
Total Students
70.8
Full-Time Teachers
20.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Benicia High
Demographic Student Count
White583
Hispanic364
Black95
Asian182
Two or More197
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    583 (40.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    364 (25.6 %)
  • Two or More
    197 (13.8 %)
  • Asian
    182 (12.8 %)
  • Black
    95 (6.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Benicia Unified
Phone: (707)747-8325
Website: http://www.beniciaunified.org/bhs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,432
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 70.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 286
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36
Grades Taught
Grade 9 371
Grade 10 337
Grade 11 369
Grade 12 355

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Benicia High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9371
Grade 10337
Grade 11369
Grade 12355
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Benicia High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female67947.4%
Male74552%
Not Specified80.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)