For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,357 students in 95111, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 95111 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95111, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95111, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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 elementary schools in 95111, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95111, CA include Kipp Heritage Academy, G. W. Hellyer Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95111?
9 public elementary schools are located in 95111.
What is the racial composition of students in 95111?
95111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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