For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,977 students in 95128, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 406 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 95128, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95128, CA are Del Mar High School, Luther Burbank Elementary School and Sherman Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95128 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95128, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95128, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Del Mar High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1224 Del Mar Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 626-3403
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 626-3403
Gr: 9-12 | 1,350 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Luther Burbank Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4 Wabash Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 295-1814
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 295-1814
Gr: K-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Sherman Oaks Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Fruitdale Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 795-1140
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 795-1140
Gr: K-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Monroe Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1055 South Monroe St.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 556-0360
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 556-0360
Gr: 6-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
95128, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Community Career Academy (Continuation School) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2105 Forest Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 947-2852
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 947-2852
Gr: 9-12
Community Day (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2945 Van Sansul Ave
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 341-7000
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 341-7000
Gr: 6-8
2280 Kenwood Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 998-6219
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 998-6219
Gr: K-2 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
2100 Moorpark Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 298-2181
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 298-2181
Gr: 11-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Teenage Parent Program High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2390 Moorpark Ave.
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 286-7522
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 286-7522
Gr: 8-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95128, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95128, CA include Del Mar High School, Luther Burbank Elementary School and Sherman Oaks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95128?
4 public schools are located in 95128.
What percentage of students in 95128 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 95128 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95128?
95128 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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