Serving 59 students in grades 6-12, Santa Clara County Court ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Clara County Court ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Santa Clara County Court's student population of 59 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Santa Clara County Court ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Clara County Court is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Clara County Court's ranking?
Santa Clara County Court is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Clara County Court often compared to?
Santa Clara County Courtis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Clara County Court?
The graduation rate of Santa Clara County Court is 40-59%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Santa Clara County Court?
59 students attend Santa Clara County Court.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Santa Clara County Court students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Clara County Court?
Santa Clara County Court has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Clara County Court offer ?
Santa Clara County Court offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Santa Clara County Court part of?
Santa Clara County Court is part of Santa Clara County Office Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Clara County Court located?
Santa Clara County Court is located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Berryessa.
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