Mission San Jose High School

41717 Palm Ave.
Fremont, CA 94539
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10/
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Top 1%
Mission San Jose High School is a four-year co-educational public high school founded in 1964. It is located in the Mission San Jose district of Fremont, California, United States. It is one of five comprehensive high schools in the Fremont Unified School District.
Serving 1,794 students in grades 9-12, Mission San Jose High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,794 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 95% (Top 30% in CA)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 81% (Top 1%)
  • : Mission San Jose High serves the eastern part of Fremont, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mission San Jose High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Mission San Jose High School's student population of 1,794 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,794 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1964
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mission San Jose High School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission San Jose High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#12 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

93%
34%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

94%
47%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

81%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
89%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
4%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
5%

Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
3%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
6%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
97%
0.21

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

95%
86.2%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
White, Black, Green
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mission San Jose High School's ranking?
Mission San Jose High School is ranked #12 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission San Jose High School often compared to?
Mission San Jose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irvington High School, American High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mission San Jose High School?
The graduation rate of Mission San Jose High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Mission San Jose High School?
1,794 students attend Mission San Jose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mission San Jose High School students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission San Jose High School?
Mission San Jose High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission San Jose High School offer ?
Mission San Jose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mission San Jose High School part of?
Mission San Jose High School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission San Jose High School located?
Mission San Jose High School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mission Valley.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
One of the nationally top-ranked high schools with consistently high-performing students.
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,794 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 95% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 93% (Top 1%)
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 81% (Top 1%)
  • : Mission San Jose High serves the eastern part of Fremont, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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