For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 770 students in 95054, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 744 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 95054, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95054, CA are Mission Early College High School, Montague Elementary School and Kathryn Hughes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95054 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95054, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95054, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mission Early College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3000 Mission College Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 855-5532
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 855-5532
Gr: 9-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Montague Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
750 Laurie Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 423-1900
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 423-1900
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Kathryn Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4949 Calle De Escuela
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 423-1500
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 423-1500
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95054, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95054, CA include Mission Early College High School, Montague Elementary School and Kathryn Hughes Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95054?
3 public schools are located in 95054.
What percentage of students in 95054 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 95054 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95054?
95054 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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