For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,513 students in 95125, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,665 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 95125, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 95125, CA are Booksin Elementary School, Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School and University Preparatory Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95125 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95125, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95125, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Booksin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1590 Dry Creek Rd.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6213
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6213
Grades: K-5
| 699 students
Rank: #22.
Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1610 Bird Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6671
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6671
Grades: K-5
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
University Preparatory Academy Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2315 Canoas Garden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 723-1839
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 723-1839
Grades: 7-12
| 713 students
Rank: #44.
Schallenberger Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1280 Koch Ln.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6253
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6253
Grades: K-5
| 477 students
Rank: #55.
Willow Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1425 Lincoln Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6265
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6265
Grades: K-5
| 699 students
Rank: #66.
River Glen
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1088 Brd.way
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6240
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6240
Grades: K-8
| 439 students
Rank: #77.
Willow Glen High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 Cottle Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6330
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6330
Grades: 9-12
| 1,656 students
Rank: #88.
Willow Glen Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2105 Cottle Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6277
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6277
Grades: 6-8
| 1,155 students
Rank: #99.
Canoas Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
880 Wren Dr.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6391
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6391
Grades: K-5
| 274 students
Rank: #1010.
Blackford Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1970 Willow St.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 978-4675
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 978-4675
Grades: K-5
| 374 students
Rank: #1111.
Gardner Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
502 Illinois Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6225
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6225
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: #1212.
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Bird Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6671
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6671
Grades: K-5
| 338 students
95125, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1980 Hamilton Ave., Rm. 11
San Jose, CA 95125
(415) 695-0669
San Jose, CA 95125
(415) 695-0669
Grades: 9-12
| 112 students
Willow Glen Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2001 Cottle Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 264-4422
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 264-4422
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95125, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95125, CA include Booksin Elementary School, Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School and University Preparatory Academy Charter.
How many public schools are located in 95125?
12 public schools are located in 95125.
What percentage of students in 95125 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 95125 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95125?
95125 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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