Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Summit Public School Tahoma ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Public School Tahoma ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Summit Public School Tahoma's student population of 383 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Summit Public School Tahoma ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Public School Tahoma is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1834 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Public School Tahoma's ranking?
Summit Public School Tahoma is ranked #1834 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Summit Public School Tahoma often compared to?
Summit Public School Tahomais often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove High School, University Preparatory Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summit Public School Tahoma?
The graduation rate of Summit Public School Tahoma is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Summit Public School Tahoma?
383 students attend Summit Public School Tahoma.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Summit Public School Tahoma students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Public School Tahoma?
Summit Public School Tahoma has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summit Public School Tahoma offer ?
Summit Public School Tahoma offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Summit Public School Tahoma part of?
Summit Public School Tahoma is part of Summit Public School: Tahoma School District.
In what neighborhood is Summit Public School Tahoma located?
Summit Public School Tahoma is located in the Oak Grove neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Oak Grove.
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