For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,759 students in 95120, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 95120, CA are Bret Harte Middle School and Castillero Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 95120 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95120, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95120, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bret Harte Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7050 Bret Harte Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6270
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6270
Gr: 6-8 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Castillero Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6384 Leyland Park Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6385
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6385
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
95120, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Leland Plus (Continuation School) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6677 Camden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6100
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 535-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 95120, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 95120, CA include Bret Harte Middle School and Castillero Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 95120?
2 public middle schools are located in 95120.
What is the racial composition of students in 95120?
95120 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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