For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,687 students in 95124, CA (there are 12 private schools, serving 1,892 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 95124, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95124, CA are Carlton Elementary School, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95124 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95124, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95124, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlton Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2421 Carlton Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
Gr: K-5 | 662 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3001 Ross Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3022
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3022
Gr: K-8 | 490 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Oster Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1855 Lencar Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
Gr: K-5 | 627 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Union Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2130 Los Gatos-almaden Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
Gr: 6-8 | 1,052 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Leigh High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5210 Leigh Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3405
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3405
Gr: 9-12 | 1,816 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Noddin Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1755 Gilda Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
Gr: K-5 | 522 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Bagby Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1840 Harris Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3882
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3882
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #88.
Farnham Charter
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15711 Woodard Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3321
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3321
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #99.
Fammatre Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 New Jersey Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-5480
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-5480
Gr: K-5 | 457 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1010.
Price Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2650 New Jersey Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-2532
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-2532
Gr: 6-8 | 921 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1111.
Sartorette Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3850 Woodford Dr.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 264-4380
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 264-4380
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
95124, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cambrian Community (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
4115 Jacksol Dr
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-8597
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-8597
Gr: 6-8
Camden Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2223 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3409
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3409
Gr: 9-12
4949 Harwood Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95124, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95124, CA include Carlton Elementary School, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95124?
11 public schools are located in 95124.
What percentage of students in 95124 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 95124 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95124?
95124 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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