Schools in 95129 — San Jose, California
95129 has 8 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 83.6 — 39.9 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 60.9 to 95.1, a 34.2-point spread. 7 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 95129 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Murdock-Portal Elementary with a Scope Score of 95 and 78.7% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 63.8% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 95129 averages 6.8%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 95129 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 95129
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All schools in 95129
| # | School | Score | County | Exceeded | Met+ | Absent | Susp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murdock-Portal Elementary Cupertino Union High Ceiling | 95 | Santa Clara | 78.7% | 95.1% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| 2 | Joaquin Miller Middle Cupertino Union High Ceiling | 93 | Santa Clara | 72.6% | 91.0% | 3.8% | 1.0% |
| 3 | Lynbrook High Fremont Union High High Ceiling | 93 | Santa Clara | 77.5% | 92.3% | 8.0% | 0.3% |
| 4 | John Muir Elementary Cupertino Union High Ceiling | 92 | Santa Clara | 69.8% | 92.1% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| 5 | Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary Cupertino Union High Ceiling | 89 | Santa Clara | 69.2% | 87.7% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
| 6 | Country Lane Elementary Moreland High Ceiling | 73 | Santa Clara | 54.6% | 72.9% | 11.4% | 1.9% |
| 7 | Easterbrook Discovery Moreland High Ceiling | 73 | Santa Clara | 51.6% | 72.2% | 7.2% | 0.2% |
| 8 | Manuel De Vargas Elementary Cupertino Union Strong All-Around | 61 | Santa Clara | 36.5% | 63.0% | 12.9% | 1.0% |
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Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
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