For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,279 students in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Branham are Reed Elementary School and Branham High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Branham, San Jose, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1524 Jacob Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Branham High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1570 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 626-3407
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 626-3407
Gr: 9-12 | 1,820 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose, CA include Reed Elementary School and Branham High School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose?
the neighborhood of Branham, San Jose public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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