For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,409 students in 95118, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95118, CA are Reed Elementary School, Dartmouth Middle School and Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95118 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95118, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95118, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1524 Jacob Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6247
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5575 Dartmouth Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-1122
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-1122
Gr: 6-8 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1290 Kimberly Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6259
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6259
Gr: K-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Lietz Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5300 Carter Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-8314
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 264-8314
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
John Muir Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1260 Branham Ln.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6281
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Almaden Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1295 Dentwood Dr.
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 535-6207
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95118, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95118, CA include Reed Elementary School, Dartmouth Middle School and Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95118?
6 public elementary schools are located in 95118.
What is the racial composition of students in 95118?
95118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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