For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,840 students in 95111, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 1,947 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 95111, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95111, CA are Kipp Heritage Academy, G. W. Hellyer Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95111 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95111, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95111, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Heritage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
423 Los Arboles St.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 283-6260
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 283-6260
Gr: 5-8 | 454 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Rank: #22.
G. W. Hellyer Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
725 Hellyer Ave.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5750
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5750
Gr: K-6 | 374 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
420 Tully Rd.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 283-6375
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 283-6375
Gr: K-6 | 528 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Stipe (Samuel) Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Lyng Dr.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-7332
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-7332
Gr: K-6 | 316 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Andrew P. Hill High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Senter Rd.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 347-4100
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 347-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,620 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Davis (Caroline) Intermediate
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5035 Edenview Dr.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-0616
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-0616
Gr: 7-8 | 535 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Captain Jason M. Dahl Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Water St.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5650
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5650
Gr: K-6 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Los Arboles Literacy And Technology Academy
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
455 Los Arboles St.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5675
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5675
Gr: K-3 | 184 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Sylvandale Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
653 Sylvandale Ave.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5700
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5700
Gr: 7-8 | 328 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Christopher Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
565 Coyote Rd.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-8550
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-8550
Gr: K-8 | 423 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Edenvale Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
285 Azucar Ave.
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-7060
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 227-7060
Gr: K-6 | 354 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Lairon College Preparatory Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3975 Mira Loma
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5775
San Jose, CA 95111
(408) 363-5775
Gr: 4-8 | 305 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95111, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95111, CA include Kipp Heritage Academy, G. W. Hellyer Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95111?
12 public schools are located in 95111.
What percentage of students in 95111 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 95111 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95111?
95111 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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