Schools in 95132 — San Jose, California
95132 has 9 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 61.9 — 18.1 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 54.0 to 74.1, a 20.0-point spread. 2 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 95132 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Piedmont Hills High with a Scope Score of 74 and 41.9% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 39.0% 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 95132 averages 11.2%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 95132 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 95132
Hidden gems: 2 schools in 95132 are classified as Growth Engine (2) — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 95132
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Piedmont Hills High East Side Union High Strong All-Around | 41.9% | Strong 74/100 |
| 2 | Sierramont Middle Berryessa Union Elementary Strong All-Around | 39.6% | Solid 69/100 |
| 3 | Northwood Elementary Berryessa Union Elementary Growth Engine | 45.7% | Solid 66/100 |
| 4 | Ruskin Elementary Berryessa Union Elementary Strong All-Around | 50.6% | Solid 62/100 |
| 5 | Majestic Way Elementary Berryessa Union Elementary Growth Engine | 39.3% | Solid 61/100 |
| 6 | Noble Elementary Berryessa Union Elementary Building Momentum | 42.5% | Solid 59/100 |
| 7 | Summerdale Elementary Berryessa Union Elementary Culture First | 34.2% | Solid 57/100 |
| 8 | Piedmont Middle Berryessa Union Elementary Building Momentum | 27.1% | Solid 55/100 |
| 9 | Morrill Middle Berryessa Union Elementary Building Momentum | 29.8% | Solid 54/100 |
Schools in 95132 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 95132
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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