For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,018 students in 95136, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95136, CA are Gunderson High School and Liberty Alternative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95136 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95136, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95136 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gunderson High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95136, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gunderson High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
620 Gaundabert Ln.
San Jose, CA 95136
(408) 535-6340
San Jose, CA 95136
(408) 535-6340
Gr: 9-12 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Pearl Ave.
San Jose, CA 95136
(408) 535-6539
San Jose, CA 95136
(408) 535-6539
Gr: 6-12 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Silicon Valley Career Technical Education
Vocational School
760 Hillsdale Ave.
San Jose, CA 95136
(408) 723-6464
San Jose, CA 95136
(408) 723-6464
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95136, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95136, CA include Gunderson High School and Liberty Alternative.
How many public high schools are located in 95136?
3 public high schools are located in 95136.
What is the racial composition of students in 95136?
95136 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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