Top 5 Best 95050 California Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,504 students in 95050, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 548 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 95050, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95050, CA are Washington Open Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Wilson Alternative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95050 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95050, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95050, CA Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Open Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
270 Washington Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3900
Grades: K-5
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
435 Saratoga Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-4300
Grades: K-5
| 356 students
Rank: #33.
Wilson Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1840 Benton St.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3600
Grades: 1-12
| 368 students
Rank: #44.
C. W. Haman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
865 Los Padres Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-1400
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #55.
Buchser Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1111 Bellomy St.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 775 students
Rank: #66.
Scott Lane Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1925 Scott Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-4100
Grades: K-5
| 360 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 95050, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95050, CA include Washington Open Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Wilson Alternative.
How many public schools are located in 95050, CA?
6 public schools are located in 95050, CA.
What percentage of students in 95050, CA go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 95050, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95050, CA?
95050, CA public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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