For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,095 students in 95120, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 923 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 95120, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 95120, CA are Williams Elementary School, Graystone Elementary School and Leland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95120 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95120, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95120, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williams Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1150 Rajkovich Way
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6196
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6196
Grades: K-5
| 550 students
Rank: #22.
Graystone Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6982 Shearwater Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6317
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6317
Grades: K-5
| 505 students
Rank: #33.
Leland High School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6677 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6290
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6290
Grades: 9-12
| 1,593 students
Rank: #44.
Bret Harte Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7050 Bret Harte Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6270
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6270
Grades: 6-8
| 914 students
Rank: #55.
Los Alamitos Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6130 Silberman Ave.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6297
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6297
Grades: K-5
| 602 students
Rank: #66.
Guadalupe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6044 Vera Cruz Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 268-1030
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 268-1030
Grades: K-5
| 562 students
Rank: #77.
Simonds Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6515 Grapevine Way
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6251
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6251
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
Rank: #88.
Castillero Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6384 Leyland Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6385
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6385
Grades: 6-8
| 881 students
95120, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Leland Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6677 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6100
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95120, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95120, CA include Williams Elementary School, Graystone Elementary School and Leland High School.
How many public schools are located in 95120?
8 public schools are located in 95120.
What percentage of students in 95120 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 95120 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95120?
95120 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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