For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 407 students in 95126, CA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 95126, CA are Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock and Ace Inspire Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 95126 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 95126, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95126, CA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1776 Educational Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 942-7000
Gr: 6-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Ace Inspire Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1155 East Julian St.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 295-6008
Gr: 5-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 95126, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 95126, CA include Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock and Ace Inspire Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 95126?
2 public charter schools are located in 95126.
What is the racial composition of students in 95126?
95126 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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