For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,727 students in 95120, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95120, CA are Bret Harte Middle School and Castillero Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95120 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95120, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95120, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bret Harte Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7050 Bret Harte Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6270
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6270
Gr: 6-8 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Castillero Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6384 Leyland Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6385
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6385
Gr: 6-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95120, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95120, CA include Bret Harte Middle School and Castillero Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 95120?
2 public middle schools are located in 95120.
What is the racial composition of students in 95120?
95120 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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