For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,111 students in 95125, CA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 95125, CA are University Preparatory Academy Charter and Blackford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 95125 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 95125, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95125, CA Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
University Preparatory Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2315 Canoas Garden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 723-1839
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 723-1839
Grades: 7-12
| 713 students
Rank: #22.
Blackford Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1970 Willow St.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 978-4675
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 978-4675
Grades: K-5
| 398 students
95125, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1980 Hamilton Ave., Rm. 11
San Jose, CA 95125
(415) 695-0669
San Jose, CA 95125
(415) 695-0669
Grades: 9-12
| 112 students
Willow Glen Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2001 Cottle Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 264-4422
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 264-4422
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 95125, CA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 95125, CA include University Preparatory Academy Charter and Blackford Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 95125?
2 public charter schools are located in 95125.
What is the racial composition of students in 95125?
95125 public charter schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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