Best 95126 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,979 students in 95126, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 3,426 private students). 37% of all K-12 students in 95126, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 95126, CA are Merritt Trace Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Ace Inspire Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 95126 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95126, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.

Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).