For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,107 students in 95118, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 546 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 95118, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95118, CA are Dartmouth Middle School, Reed Elementary School and Branham High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95118 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95118, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95118, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5575 Dartmouth Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-1122
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-1122
Grades: 6-8
| 857 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1524 Jacob Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
Grades: K-5
| 362 students
Rank: #33.
Branham High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1570 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 626-3407
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 626-3407
Grades: 9-12
| 1,917 students
Rank: #44.
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1290 Kimberly Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6259
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6259
Grades: K-5
| 625 students
Rank: #55.
Lietz Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5300 Carter Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-8314
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-8314
Grades: K-5
| 567 students
Rank: #66.
Pioneer High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1290 Blossom Hill Rd.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6310
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6310
Grades: 9-12
| 1,521 students
Rank: #77.
John Muir Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1260 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
Grades: 6-8
| 810 students
Rank: #88.
Almaden Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1295 Dentwood Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
Rank: #99.
Broadway High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4825 Speak Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6285
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6285
Grades: 9-12
| 182 students
95118, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5200 Dent Ave
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 780-0690
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 780-0690
Grades: K
| 87 students
5200 Dent Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
Grades: K-5
| 376 students
5200 Dent Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
Grades: K-5
| 376 students
Pioneer Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1290 Blossom Hill Rd.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-4428
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-4428
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95118, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95118, CA include Dartmouth Middle School, Reed Elementary School and Branham High School.
How many public schools are located in 95118, CA?
9 public schools are located in 95118, CA.
What percentage of students in 95118, CA go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 95118, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95118, CA?
95118, CA public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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