Very Good
#3565 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
San Jose High
High School · San Jose Unified
275 North 24th St., San Jose, CA 95116
Enrollment
907
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
907
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,565 of 9,539
In San Jose
#99 of 223
public schools
In district
#15 of 41
San Jose Unified
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About San Jose High
San Jose High is a public high school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. San Jose High serves approximately 907 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. San Jose High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,565 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Jose High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at San Jose 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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San Jose High — Students at San Jose High score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.8/10.
How San Jose High Compares
See how San Jose 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
275 North 24th St., San Jose, CA 95116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Jose High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KIPP San Jose Collegiate (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CRISTO REY SAN JOSE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Middle San Jose | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ACE Inspire Academy San Jose | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Rocketship Discovery Prep Redwood City | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Empire Gardens Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| CRISTO REY SAN JOSE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School San Jose | 0.5 mi | — |
| Anne Darling Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Selma Olinder Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Grant Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Horace Mann Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| San Antonio Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Lrng in an Urban Comm with High Achievement (L.U.C.H.A.) San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Rocketship Los Suenos Academy Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Lowell Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Pegasus High San Jose | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ACE Charter High San Jose | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| KIPP San Jose Collegiate San Jose | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,428
Median Home Value
$842,700
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
48,816
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Jose High
What grades does San Jose High serve?
San Jose High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend San Jose High?
San Jose High has an enrollment of approximately 907 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Jose High?
The student-teacher ratio at San Jose High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Jose High rank in CA?
San Jose High ranks #3,565 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Jose High's MySchoolScout rating?
San Jose High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 San Jose High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Jose High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Jose High a charter school?
No, San Jose High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Jose High a Title I school?
No, San Jose High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Jose High?
72.7% of students at San Jose 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 907
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6320
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #15 of 41
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