For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,292 students in 95050, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 459 private students). 83% 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 C. W. Haman Elementary School. 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 39% (versus the California public school average of 34%), 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95050, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Open Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
270 Washington Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3900
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3900
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
435 Saratoga Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-4300
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-4300
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
C. W. Haman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
865 Los Padres Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-1400
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-1400
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Buchser Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1111 Bellomy St.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3000
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Wilson Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1840 Benton St.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3600
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-3600
Gr: K-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Scott Lane Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1925 Scott Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-4100
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 423-4100
Gr: K-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 C. W. Haman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95050?
6 public schools are located in 95050.
What percentage of students in 95050 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 95050 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95050?
95050 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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