For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,773 students in 95132, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 770 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 95132, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95132, CA are Northwood Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary School and Piedmont Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95132 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95132, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95132, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2760 East Trimble Rd.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1940
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1940
Grades: K-5
| 454 students
Rank: #22.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1401 Turlock Ln.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1950
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1950
Grades: K-5
| 399 students
Rank: #33.
Piedmont Hills High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1377 Piedmont Rd.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 347-3800
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 347-3800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,945 students
Rank: #44.
Noble Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3466 Grossmont Dr.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1935
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1935
Grades: K-5
| 365 students
Rank: #55.
Sierramont Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3155 Kimlee Dr.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1955
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1955
Grades: 6-8
| 700 students
Rank: #66.
Majestic Way Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1855 Majestic Way
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1925
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1925
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
Rank: #77.
Cherrywood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2550 Greengate Dr.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1915
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1915
Grades: K-5
| 524 students
Rank: #88.
Laneview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2095 Warmwood Ln.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1920
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1920
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Rank: #99.
Berryessa Union Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1376 Piedmont Rd.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1830
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1830
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Rank: #1010.
Summerdale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Summerdale Dr.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1960
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1960
Grades: K-5
| 274 students
Rank: #1111.
Morrill Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1970 Morrill Ave.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1930
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1930
Grades: 6-8
| 663 students
Rank: #1212.
Piedmont Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
955 Piedmont Rd.
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1945
San Jose, CA 95132
(408) 923-1945
Grades: 6-8
| 638 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95132, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95132, CA include Northwood Elementary School, Ruskin Elementary School and Piedmont Hills High School.
How many public schools are located in 95132?
12 public schools are located in 95132.
What percentage of students in 95132 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 95132 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95132?
95132 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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