Schools in 95136 — San Jose, California
95136 has 5 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 36.3 — 7.5 points below the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 26.1 to 49.8, a 23.6-point spread.
How 95136 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Gunderson High with a Scope Score of 50 and 8.9% of students exceeding standard.
Chronic absenteeism across 95136 averages 26.3%, below the state average of 18.1%. This elevated rate may indicate systemic attendance challenges in the area.
How 95136 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 95136
Hidden gems: 1 school in 95136 is classified as On the Rise — 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 95136
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gunderson High San Jose Unified Building Momentum | 8.9% | Developing 50/100 |
| 2 | Rachel Carson Elementary San Jose Unified On the Rise | 13.5% | Developing 37/100 |
| 3 | Parkview Elementary Oak Grove Elementary Building Momentum | 19.1% | Developing 35/100 |
| 4 | Hayes Elementary Oak Grove Elementary Building Momentum | 16.6% | Developing 34/100 |
| 5 | Terrell Elementary San Jose Unified Building Momentum | 9.8% | Needs Support 26/100 |
Schools in 95136 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 95136
- 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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