For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,370 students in 95125, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95125, CA are University Preparatory Academy Charter, Willow Glen Middle School and River Glen. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95125 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95125, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95125, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2315 Canoas Garden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 723-1839
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 723-1839
Gr: 7-12 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Willow Glen Middle School
(Math: 37% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 1,180 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
River Glen
(Math: 34% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1088 Broadway
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6240
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 535-6240
Gr: K-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95125, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95125, CA include University Preparatory Academy Charter, Willow Glen Middle School and River Glen.
How many public middle schools are located in 95125?
3 public middle schools are located in 95125.
What is the racial composition of students in 95125?
95125 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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