For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,146 students in 95126, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95126, CA are Merritt Trace Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95126 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95126, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95126, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merritt Trace Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
651 Dana Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6257
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6257
Gr: K-5 | 829 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1635 Park Ave.
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
San Jose, CA 95126
(408) 535-6274
Gr: 6-8 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 95126, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95126, CA include Merritt Trace Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95126?
4 public elementary schools are located in 95126.
What is the racial composition of students in 95126?
95126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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