For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,146 students in 95126, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,970 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 95126, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95126, CA are Merritt Trace Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Ace Inspire Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95126 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95126, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95126, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merritt Trace Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
651 Dana Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6257
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6257
Gr: K-5 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1635 Park Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
Gr: 6-8 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Ace Inspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1155 East Julian St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
Gr: 5-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
95126, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock (Closed 2024)
Charter School
1776 Educational Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95126, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95126, CA include Merritt Trace Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Ace Inspire Academy.
How many public schools are located in 95126?
4 public schools are located in 95126.
What percentage of students in 95126 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 95126 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95126?
95126 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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