For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,804 students in 94040, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,169 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 94040, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94040, CA are Springer Elementary School, Amy Imai Elementary School and Benjamin Bubb Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94040 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94040, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94040, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springer Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1120 Rose Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 943-4200
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 943-4200
Gr: K-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Amy Imai Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
253 Martens Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3490
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3490
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Bubb Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
525 Hans Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3480
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3480
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3535 Truman Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 940-4602
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 940-4602
Gr: 9-12 | 2,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Isaac Newton Graham Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1175 Castro St.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 965-9292
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 965-9292
Gr: 6-8 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
505 Escuela Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3575
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3575
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Alta Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1325 Bryant Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 691-2433
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 691-2433
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Mariano Castro Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 Toft St.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3590
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3590
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94040, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94040, CA include Springer Elementary School, Amy Imai Elementary School and Benjamin Bubb Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94040?
8 public schools are located in 94040.
What percentage of students in 94040 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 94040 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94040?
94040 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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