For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,798 students in 95118, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 581 private students). 92% 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 Reed Elementary School, Branham High School and Dartmouth Middle 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 35%), 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95118, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Branham High School
(Math: 55% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,820 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 61% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Lietz Elementary School
(Math: 62% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Pioneer High School
(Math: 35% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,393 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
John Muir Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1260 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Almaden Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1295 Dentwood Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
Broadway High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
95118, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5200 Dent Ave
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 780-0690
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 780-0690
Gr: K | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
5200 Dent Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
5200 Dent Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Pioneer Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1290 Blossom Hill Rd.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-4428
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-4428
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95118, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95118, CA include Reed Elementary School, Branham High School and Dartmouth Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 95118?
9 public schools are located in 95118.
What percentage of students in 95118 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 95118 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95118?
95118 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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