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Best 95118 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,032 students in 95118, CA (there are , serving 581 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 95118, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95118, CA are Reed Elementary School, Branham High School and Dartmouth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95118 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95118, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95118, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1524 Jacob Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Branham High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1570 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 626-3407
Gr: 9-12 | 1,955 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5575 Dartmouth Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-1122
Gr: 6-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1290 Kimberly Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6259
Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Lietz Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5300 Carter Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-8314
Gr: K-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Pioneer High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1290 Blossom Hill Rd.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6310
Gr: 9-12 | 1,469 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
John Muir Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1260 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
Gr: 6-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Almaden Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1295 Dentwood Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #99.
Broadway High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4825 Speak Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6285
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 95118 California

95118, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Athenour Early Childhood Education Center (Closed 2018)
5200 Dent Ave
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 780-0690
Gr: K | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Athenour Elementary School (Closed 2023)
5200 Dent Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
O'connell (John A.) High School (Closed 2023)
5200 Dent Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 265-8455
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Pioneer Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1290 Blossom Hill Rd.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-4428
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95118, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95118, CA include Reed Elementary School, Branham High School and Dartmouth Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 95118?
9 public schools are located in 95118.
What percentage of students in 95118 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 95118 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95118?
95118 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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