For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 2,085 students in 95122, CA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 95122, CA are Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory, Kipp Heartwood Academy and Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 95122 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 95122, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95122, CA Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1598 Lucretia Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 361-3876
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 361-3876
Grades: K-8
| 550 students
Rank: #22.
Kipp Heartwood Academy
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 South King Rd.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 926-5477
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 926-5477
Grades: 5-8
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1250 South King Rd.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 251-5600
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 251-5600
Grades: 5-8
| 408 students
Rank: #44.
Alpha Blanca Alvarado
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Cunningham Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
Grades: K-8
| 475 students
Rank: #55.
Luis Valdez Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1855 Lucretia Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 479-0253
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 479-0253
Grades: 9-12
| 234 students
95122, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1601 Cunningham Ave.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 780-0831
Grades: 5-8
| 358 students
1720 Hopkins Dr.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-7500
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 229 students
1601 Cunningham Ave
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-8950
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 928-8950
Grades: K-5
| 282 students
1240 Taper Ln.
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 361-1680
San Jose, CA 95122
(408) 361-1680
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 95122, CA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 95122, CA include Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory, Kipp Heartwood Academy and Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 95122?
5 public charter schools are located in 95122.
What is the racial composition of students in 95122?
95122 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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