For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 5,962 students in 95124, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95124, CA are Carlton Elementary School, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95124 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95124, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95124, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlton Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2421 Carlton Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-1141
Gr: K-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3001 Ross Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3022
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3022
Gr: K-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Oster Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1855 Lencar Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 266-8121
Gr: K-5 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Union Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2130 Los Gatos-almaden Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 371-0366
Gr: 6-8 | 1,068 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Noddin Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1755 Gilda Way
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 356-2126
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Bagby Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1840 Harris Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3882
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3882
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Farnham Charter
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15711 Woodard Rd.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3321
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-3321
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Fammatre Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 New Jersey Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-5480
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-5480
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #99.
Price Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2650 New Jersey Ave.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-2532
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 377-2532
Gr: 6-8 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1010.
Sartorette Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3850 Woodford Dr.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 264-4380
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 264-4380
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95124, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95124, CA include Carlton Elementary School, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet and Oster Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95124?
10 public elementary schools are located in 95124.
What is the racial composition of students in 95124?
95124 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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