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#5620 of 9,539 schools in CA
Calero High
High School · East Side Union High
420 Calero Ave., San Jose, CA 95123
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,620 of 9,539
In San Jose
#134 of 223
public schools
In district
#12 of 16
East Side Union High
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Calero High
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About Calero High
Calero High is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of East Side Union High. Calero High serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Calero High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,620 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Calero High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Calero 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 Calero 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.
74% of students at Calero High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Calero High — Students at Calero High score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Calero High Compares
See how Calero High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
420 Calero Ave., San Jose, CA 95123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calero High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit Public School: Tahoma (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Teresa High (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Grove High (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Teresa High San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Challenger School - Shawnee San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| Phoenix High San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Indigo San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Frost (Earl) Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| KINSHIP ACADEMY San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Herman (Leonard) Intermediate San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Summit Public School: Tahoma San Jose | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Oak Grove High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| APOSTLES LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Apostles Lutheran San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Peach Blossom School San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sakamoto Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Del Roble Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Hayes Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Discovery Charter II San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Taylor (Bertha) Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,364
Median Home Value
$1,108,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
70,279
College Educated
44.8%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
37.6
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| Buena Vista Continuation High Chino, CA | 5.9 |
| Canyon Ridge High Hesperia, CA | 5.9 |
| Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center Reseda, CA | 5.9 |
| KEHILLAH JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 5.9 |
| La Paloma High (Continuation) Brentwood, CA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calero High
What grades does Calero High serve?
Calero High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Calero High?
Calero High has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calero High?
The student-teacher ratio at Calero High is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calero High rank in CA?
Calero High ranks #5,620 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Calero High's MySchoolScout rating?
Calero High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Calero High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calero High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Calero High a charter school?
No, Calero High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calero High a Title I school?
No, Calero High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calero High?
61.6% of students at Calero 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.8%
- Phone
- (408) 347-7600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
East Side Union High- District Enrollment
- 20,471
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,654
- District Rank
- #12 of 16
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