For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,871 students in 95124, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95124, CA are Carlton Elementary School, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95124 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95124, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95124, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carlton Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2421 Carlton Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
Grades: K-5
| 662 students
Rank: #22.
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3001 Ross Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3022
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3022
Grades: K-8
| 490 students
Rank: #33.
Oster Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1855 Lencar Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
Grades: K-5
| 627 students
Rank: #44.
Union Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2130 Los Gatos-almaden Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
Grades: 6-8
| 1,052 students
Rank: #55.
Noddin Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1755 Gilda Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
Grades: K-5
| 522 students
Rank: #66.
Bagby Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1840 Harris Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3882
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3882
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #77.
Farnham Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15711 Woodard Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3321
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3321
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #88.
Fammatre Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 New Jersey Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-5480
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-5480
Grades: K-5
| 457 students
Rank: #99.
Price Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2650 New Jersey Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-2532
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-2532
Grades: 6-8
| 921 students
Rank: #1010.
Sartorette Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3850 Woodford Dr.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 264-4380
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 264-4380
Grades: K-5
| 287 students
95124, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3002 Leigh Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 979-8210
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 979-8210
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Cambrian Community (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
4115 Jacksol Dr
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-8597
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-8597
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Camden Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2223 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3409
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-3409
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
4949 Harwood Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 723-0111
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95124, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95124, CA include Carlton Elementary School, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95124?
10 public elementary schools are located in 95124.
What is the racial composition of students in 95124?
95124 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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