For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 2,118 students in 95122, CA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 95122, CA are Kipp Heartwood Academy, Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy and Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 95122 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 95122, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95122, CA Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Heartwood Academy
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 South King Rd.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 926-5477
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 926-5477
Gr: 5-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 South King Rd.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 251-5600
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 251-5600
Gr: 5-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1598 Lucretia Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 361-3876
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 361-3876
Gr: K-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Alpha Blanca Alvarado
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Cunningham Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
Gr: K-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1855 Lucretia Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 479-0253
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 479-0253
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
95122, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1601 Cunningham Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
Gr: 5-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
1720 Hopkins Dr.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-7500
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
1601 Cunningham Ave
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-8950
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-8950
Gr: K-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 95122, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 95122, CA include Kipp Heartwood Academy, Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy and Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory.
How many public charter schools are located in 95122?
5 public charter schools are located in 95122.
What is the racial composition of students in 95122?
95122 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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