For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,518 students in 95117, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,491 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 95117, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95117, CA are Discovery Charter, Lynhaven Elementary School and Leroy Anderson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95117 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 95117, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95117, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Discovery Charter
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4021 Teale Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 243-9800
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 243-9800
Grades: K-8
| 537 students
Rank: #22.
Lynhaven Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
881 S. Cypress Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 566-0368
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 566-0368
Grades: K-5
| 467 students
Rank: #33.
Leroy Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Rhoda Dr.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3100
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3100
Grades: K-5
| 327 students
Rank: #44.
Boynton High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Boynton Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 626-3404
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 626-3404
Grades: 9-12
| 187 students
95117, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
801 Hibiscus Ln.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3250
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3250
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Wei Yu International Charter (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3675 Payne Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 256-3664
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 256-3664
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95117, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95117, CA include Discovery Charter, Lynhaven Elementary School and Leroy Anderson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95117, CA?
4 public schools are located in 95117, CA.
What percentage of students in 95117, CA go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 95117, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95117, CA?
95117, CA public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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