Summary:
The 95124 zip code in San Jose, California, is served by 11 public schools across three districts, offering education from kindergarten through 12th grade in a generally affluent community. This area features a mix of eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school, with total enrollment nearing 8,000 students.
Several schools stand out for exceptional performance. Union Middle School ranks in the top 2% of all California middle schools, with proficiency rates above 83% in core subjects. At the elementary level, Steindorf STEAM K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary are top performers, both ranking in the 94th percentile or higher statewide. The sole high school, Leigh High School, boasts a 98.3% graduation rate. Schools in the Union Elementary School District consistently outperform those in the Cambrian School District in academic rankings, despite similar community profiles.
Key factors for success in this area include excellent attendance, with chronic absenteeism as low as 2.1% at Carlton Elementary, and specialized programs like the STEAM magnet. Interestingly, higher per-student spending does not guarantee better results here. Charter schools, including Price Charter Middle and Farnham Charter, generally show lower proficiency rates than traditional district schools. Overall, parents in 95124 have access to a cluster of high-achieving schools, with particular strengths in middle school education and science.
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