For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,558 students in 95117, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 671 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 95117, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95117, CA are Discovery Charter, Lynhaven Elementary School and Leroy Anderson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95117 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95117, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95117, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Discovery Charter
Charter School
(Math: 63% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Lynhaven Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
881 South Cypress Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 566-0368
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 566-0368
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Leroy Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Rhoda Dr.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3100
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 874-3100
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Boynton High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Boynton Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 626-3404
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 626-3404
Gr: 9-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95117, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95117, CA include Discovery Charter, Lynhaven Elementary School and Leroy Anderson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95117?
4 public schools are located in 95117.
What percentage of students in 95117 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 95117 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95117?
95117 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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