For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,013 students in 95117, CA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 95117, CA are Discovery Charter and Lynhaven Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 95117 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 95117, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public charter school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95117, CA Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Discovery Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4021 Teale Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 243-9800
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 243-9800
Grades: K-8
| 535 students
Rank: #22.
Lynhaven Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
881 S. Cypress Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 566-0368
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 566-0368
Grades: K-5
| 478 students
95117, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
801 Hibiscus Ln.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3250
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3250
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Wei Yu International Charter (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3675 Payne Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 256-3664
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 256-3664
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 95117, CA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 95117, CA include Discovery Charter and Lynhaven Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 95117?
2 public charter schools are located in 95117.
What is the racial composition of students in 95117?
95117 public charter schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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