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Best 95126 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,317 students in 95126, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95126, CA are Herbert Hoover Middle School, Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock and Ace Inspire Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95126 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95126, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95126, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1635 Park Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
Gr: 6-8 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1776 Educational Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Ace Inspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1155 East Julian St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
Gr: 5-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95126, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95126, CA include Herbert Hoover Middle School, Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock and Ace Inspire Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 95126?
3 public middle schools are located in 95126.
What is the racial composition of students in 95126?
95126 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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