For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 842 students in 95050, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95050, CA are Buchser Middle School and Wilson Alternative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95050 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95050, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95050, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95050, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95050, CA include Buchser Middle School and Wilson Alternative.
How many public middle schools are located in 95050?
2 public middle schools are located in 95050.
What is the racial composition of students in 95050?
95050 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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