For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 895 students in 95138, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95138, CA are Silver Oak Elementary School and Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95138 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95138, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95138, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silver Oak Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5000 Farnsworth Dr.
San Jose, CA 95138
(408) 223-4515
San Jose, CA 95138
(408) 223-4515
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Schoolhouse Rd.
San Jose, CA 95138
(408) 224-2191
San Jose, CA 95138
(408) 224-2191
Gr: K-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95138, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95138, CA include Silver Oak Elementary School and Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95138?
2 public elementary schools are located in 95138.
What is the racial composition of students in 95138?
95138 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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