For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,979 students in 95126, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 3,417 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 19% (versus the California public school average of 33%), 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).
Best 95126, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merritt Trace Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
651 Dana Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6257
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6257
Grades: K-5
| 836 students
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1635 Park Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
Grades: 6-8
| 924 students
Rank: #33.
Ace Inspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1155 East Julian St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
Grades: 5-8
| 219 students
95126, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Crossroads Community Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
706 W. Julian St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6000
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6000
Grades: 7-12
| 26 students
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock (Closed 2024)
Charter School
1776 Educational Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
Grades: 6-12
| 465 students
Edge High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
258 Sunol St., Mc 331
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 573-3250
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 573-3250
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Foundry Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
258 Sunol St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 294-3838
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 294-3838
Grades: 7-12
| 134 students
Lincoln Plus High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1999 Olive St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 292-3794
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 292-3794
Grades: 10-12
| 40 students
Perseverance Preparatory (Closed 2023)
Charter School
484 E. San Fernando St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 600-2057
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 600-2057
Grades: 5-8
| 84 students
San Jose Community High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
1155 E. Julian St., Attn. Stud
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 279-2550
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 279-2550
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
San Jose Community Middle School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
1155 E. Julian St., Attn: Stud
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 279-2550
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 279-2550
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95126, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95126, CA include Merritt Trace Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Ace Inspire Academy.
How many public schools are located in 95126?
3 public schools are located in 95126.
What percentage of students in 95126 go to public school?
37% of all K-12 students in 95126 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95126?
95126 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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