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#6891 of 9,539 schools in CA
Boynton High
High School · Campbell Union High
901 Boynton Ave., San Jose, CA 95117
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,891 of 9,539
In San Jose
#153 of 223
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Campbell Union High
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Boynton High
Boynton High is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of Campbell Union High. Boynton High serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Boynton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,891 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Boynton High show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, Boynton High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Boynton High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Boynton High — Students at Boynton High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Boynton High Compares
See how Boynton High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
901 Boynton Ave., San Jose, CA 95117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boynton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Easterbrook Discovery (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George C. Payne Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARKER San Jose | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Stratford Preparatory Blackford San Jose | 0.2 mi | — |
| Lynhaven Elementary San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| AS-SAFA INSTITUTE/AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| Action Day Middle School San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| Leroy Anderson Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Harker School, The San Jose | 0.5 mi | — |
| Discovery Charter San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| George C. Payne Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF MANDARIN IMMERSION San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rosemary Campbell | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Easterbrook Discovery San Jose | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 1.2 mi | — |
| Trust Primary School San Jose | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,778
Median Home Value
$1,425,200
Median Rent
$2,367/mo
Population
27,798
College Educated
44.4%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boynton High
What grades does Boynton High serve?
Boynton High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Boynton High?
Boynton High has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boynton High?
The student-teacher ratio at Boynton High is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boynton High rank in CA?
Boynton High ranks #6,891 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Boynton High's MySchoolScout rating?
Boynton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Boynton High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boynton High has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Boynton High a charter school?
No, Boynton High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boynton High a Title I school?
No, Boynton High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boynton High?
65.6% of students at Boynton High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 626-3404
- 4-Year Graduation
- 47.0%
Resources & Links
District
Campbell Union High- District Enrollment
- 8,613
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,022
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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