Best Public Schools in Zip Code 95123


Summary:

The 95123 zip code area in San Jose, California is home to 15 schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school grades, across two school districts - East Side Union High and Oak Grove Elementary. While the majority of schools in this area perform at or above state averages, there is a significant gap in academic outcomes between the highest and lowest-performing institutions.

At the top of the pack is Santa Teresa High, which ranks among the top 290 high schools in California and has consistently received 4-5 stars from SchoolDigger. This school boasts an impressive 94.2% 4-year graduation rate and only a 2.7% dropout rate, along with test scores that significantly exceed district and state averages. Another standout is Herman (Leonard) Intermediate, a middle school that ranks among the top 335 in the state and has exceptional test scores, with 66-86% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 50-68% in Mathematics.

In contrast, schools like Calero High and Phoenix High struggle with very low test scores, high dropout rates, and high chronic absenteeism. The wide range of student demographics, as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates, likely plays a significant role in these performance disparities. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and a focus on equity to ensure all students in the 95123 zip code area have access to a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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