For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 8,196 students in 95051, CA (there are , serving 2,335 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 95051, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95051, CA are Millikin Elementary School, Laurelwood Elementary School and Sutter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95051 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95051, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95051, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Millikin Elementary School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
615 Hobart Terrace
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1800
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1800
Grades: K-5
| 507 students
Rank: #22.
Laurelwood Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
955 Teal Dr.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1600
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1600
Grades: K-5
| 538 students
Rank: #33.
Sutter Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3200 Forbes Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-4200
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-4200
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Rank: #44.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
277 Rodonovan Dr.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 248-4313
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 248-4313
Grades: K-5
| 413 students
Rank: #55.
Central Park Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2720 Sonoma Pl.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-4400
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-4400
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #66.
Adrian Wilcox High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3250 Monroe St.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2400
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,695 students
Rank: #77.
Don Callejon
(Math: 52% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4176 Lick Mill Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-3300
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-3300
Grades: K-8
| 545 students
Rank: #88.
Santa Clara High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3000 Benton St.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2600
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,732 students
Rank: #99.
Santa Clara Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3450 Brookdale Dr.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2000
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2000
Grades: 6-12
| 9 students
Rank: #1010.
Juan Cabrillo Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2550 Cabrillo Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-3700
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-3700
Grades: 6-8
| 804 students
Rank: #1111.
Bracher Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2700 Chromite Dr.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1200
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1200
Grades: K-5
| 263 students
Rank: #1212.
Briarwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1930 Townsend Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1300
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1300
Grades: K-5
| 267 students
Rank: #1313.
Bowers Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2755 Barkley Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1100
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-1100
Grades: K-5
| 242 students
Rank: #1414.
Pomeroy Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Pomeroy Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-3800
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-3800
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #1515.
New Valley Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1875 Lawrence Rd.
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2300
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 423-2300
Grades: 9-12
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95051, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95051, CA include Millikin Elementary School, Laurelwood Elementary School and Sutter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95051?
15 public schools are located in 95051.
What percentage of students in 95051 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 95051 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95051?
95051 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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