Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alpha Jose Hernandez ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alpha Jose Hernandez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alpha Jose Hernandez's student population of 440 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Alpha Jose Hernandez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alpha Jose Hernandez is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8753 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpha Jose Hernandez's ranking?
Alpha Jose Hernandez is ranked #8753 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alpha Jose Hernandez often compared to?
Alpha Jose Hernandezis often viewed alongside schools like Ace Esperanza Middle School, Alpha Cornerstone Academy Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alpha Jose Hernandez?
440 students attend Alpha Jose Hernandez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Alpha Jose Hernandez students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alpha Jose Hernandez?
Alpha Jose Hernandez has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alpha Jose Hernandez offer ?
Alpha Jose Hernandez offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alpha Jose Hernandez part of?
Alpha Jose Hernandez is part of Alpha: Jose Hernandez School District.
In what neighborhood is Alpha Jose Hernandez located?
Alpha Jose Hernandez is located in the Lanai Cunningham neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lanai Cunningham.
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