📍 San Jose, CA · Santa Clara County

School District for
Zip Code 95120

San Jose Unified School District · Grades Kindergarten – 12th

6
out of 10 Rating Average
Based on NCES 2024-2025 data
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School District · San Jose, CA
San Jose Unified School District
📍 Santa Clara County, CA · Zip Code 95120
6/10
Rating
28,000
Students
42
Schools
Kindergarten – 12th
Grade Span
Average Almaden Valley area. Higher-income part of SJUSD with above-average schools. Per-pupil spending: $12,000/year.
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2018-2019
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Grades Served
Kindergarten – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
855 Lenzen Ave., San Jose, CA 95126
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District Type
Suburban
Assigned Schools for Zip 95120
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
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San Jose Elementary School
Elementary School · Grades K–5
👥 ~666 students enrolled
Academic Rating7/10 — Good
7
Rating
Good
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San Jose Middle School
Middle School · Grades 6–8
👥 ~1,332 students enrolled
Academic Rating5/10 — Average
5
Rating
Average
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San Jose High School
High School · Grades 9–12
👥 ~1,998 students enrolled
Academic Rating6/10 — Average
6
Rating
Average
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricSan Jose Unified School DistrictNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment28,0003,700↑ Larger than avg
Number of Schools426Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$12,000/yr$13,700/yr≈ Near average
District TypeSuburbanPublic District
Overall Rating6/10 — AverageNear average
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Always verify before deciding: Contact San Jose Unified School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is zip code 95120?
Zip code 95120 is served by San Jose Unified School District in San Jose, CA (Santa Clara County). The district serves approximately 28,000 students across 42 schools and has an overall rating of 6/10 (Good).
What schools are in zip code 95120?
Zip code 95120 is served by San Jose Unified School District. The assigned elementary school is San Jose Elementary School (Grades K-5, rating 7/10), middle school is San Jose Middle School (Grades 6-8, rating 5/10), and high school is San Jose High School (Grades 9-12, rating 6/10).
Is San Jose Unified School District a good school district?
San Jose Unified School District has an overall rating of 6/10 (Good). Almaden Valley area. Higher-income part of SJUSD with above-average schools. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 22:1 and spends approximately $12,000 per pupil annually.
How do I verify my school assignment for zip code 95120?
Contact San Jose Unified School District directly to confirm your specific school assignment. While our data is based on NCES 2024 records, school boundaries can change and some districts have open enrollment policies. Always verify before making enrollment or real estate decisions.
What grades does San Jose Unified School District serve?
San Jose Unified School District serves students from Kindergarten – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 95120. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact San Jose Unified School District?
You can reach San Jose Unified School District via phone: (408)535-6000 or website: www.sjusd.org. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 95120.
Is San Jose Unified School District a public school district?
San Jose Unified School District is classified as a suburban. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 95120, contact San Jose Unified School District directly.
About San Jose Unified School District

San Jose Unified School District is the suburban assigned to zip code 95120 in San Jose, CA. The district provides education from Kindergarten – 12th. The district operates, serving approximately 28,000 students across 42 schools and has earned an overall rating of 6/10, classified as Average by SchoolDistrictFinder.

San Jose Unified School District holds an average rating of 6/10 relative to other districts in CA. Families in zip code 95120 will find a district offering a range of academic programs and support services. Many average-rated districts are actively improving outcomes through targeted academic initiatives, community partnerships, and teacher development programs.

Parents researching schools for children from Kindergarten – 12th in zip code 95120 should contact San Jose Unified School District directly to confirm school assignments. District boundary lines are reviewed and updated annually, and school placements can vary by home address even within the same zip code. Open enrollment policies and magnet or specialized programs may also provide additional school choice options beyond the default attendance-zone assignment.

To verify your school assignment, ask about enrollment periods, or learn about district programs and services, contact San Jose Unified School District by phone at (408)535-6000 or online at www.sjusd.org. The district office can provide information about registration requirements, required documentation (proof of residency, immunization records, birth certificate), and important dates for the upcoming school year.

Zip code 95120 is located in San Jose, CA. Families researching a move to this area frequently consider local school district quality as a primary factor in their decision. SchoolDistrictFinder provides data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) to help families understand district ratings, school options, and enrollment information for zip code 95120 and surrounding communities. All ratings and data are estimates based on publicly available NCES records and should be verified directly with San Jose Unified School District before making enrollment or real estate decisions.

District at a Glance
Overall Rating6/10
GradeAverage
Grades ServedKindergarten – 12th
District TypeSuburban
Total Students~28,000
Total Schools42
Per-Pupil Spending$12,000/yr
Phone(408)535-6000
Data SourceNCES 2024
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