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Best 95127 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 7,241 students in 95127, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 676 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 95127, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95127, CA are Millard Mccollam Elementary School, Kipp Navigate College Prep and Adelante Dual Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95127 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95127, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95127, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Millard Mccollam Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3311 Lucian Ave.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-8000
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Kipp Navigate College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1750 South White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 673-4892
Gr: 9-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #33.
Adelante Dual Language Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2999 Ridgemont Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-1900
Gr: K-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Toyon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
995 Bard St.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 923-1965
Gr: K-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Escuela Popular/center For Training And Careers Family Learning
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
149 North White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 275-7191
Gr: 9-12 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Rank: #66.
Linda Vista Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Kirk Ave.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-7800
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Mt. Pleasant High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1750 South White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 937-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Russo/mcentee Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2851 Gay Ave.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-8900
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
James Lick High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
57 North White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 347-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #10 - 1210. - 12.
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
14275 Candler Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 258-6451
Gr: K-5 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #10 - 1210. - 12.
Robert Sanders Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3411 Rocky Mountain Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 258-7288
Gr: K-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #10 - 1210. - 12.
Thomas P. Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1241 Mcginness Ave.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-8650
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Lyndale Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
13901 Nordyke Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-7900
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #1414.
Joseph George Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
277 Mahoney Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1515.
Horace Cureton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3720 East Hills Dr.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-7350
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1616.
Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
149 North White Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 275-7190
Gr: K-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #1717.
B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
14281 Story Rd.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 471-4680
Gr: 9-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1818.
Foothill High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
230 Pala Ave.
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 928-9100
Gr: 11-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95127, CA?
How many public schools are located in 95127?
18 public schools are located in 95127.
What percentage of students in 95127 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 95127 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95127?
95127 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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