For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 10,076 students in 95035, CA (there are 16 private schools, serving 2,192 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 95035, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95035, CA are Mabel Mattos Elementary School, Curtner Elementary School and John Sinnott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95035 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95035, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95035, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mabel Mattos Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1750 Mccandless Dr.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2852
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2852
Gr: K-6 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Curtner Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
275 Redwood
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2852
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2852
Gr: K-6 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
John Sinnott Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2025 Yellowstone Ave.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2674
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2674
Gr: K-6 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Thomas Russell Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1500 Escuela Pkwy.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2864
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2864
Gr: 7-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Marshall Pomeroy Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1505 Escuela Pkwy.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2858
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2858
Gr: K-6 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Milpitas High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1285 Escuela Pkwy.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2800
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,926 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Joseph Weller Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
345 Boulder Dr.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2876
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2876
Gr: K-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Anthony Spangler Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 North Abbott
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2870
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2870
Gr: K-6 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
William Burnett Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Fanyon
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2650
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2650
Gr: K-6 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Rancho Milpitas Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1915 Yellowstone Ave.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2656
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2656
Gr: 7-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Pearl Zanker Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1585 Fallen Leaf Dr.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2882
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2882
Gr: K-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Milpitas Middle College High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Escuela Pkwy.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 947-5355
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 947-5355
Gr: 9-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1313.
Alexander Rose Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 Roswell Dr.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2668
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2668
Gr: K-6 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1414.
Calaveras Hills
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1331 East Calaveras Blvd.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2690
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2690
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
Robert Randall World Languages
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Edsel Dr.
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2662
Milpitas, CA 95035
(408) 635-2662
Gr: K-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95035, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95035, CA include Mabel Mattos Elementary School, Curtner Elementary School and John Sinnott Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95035?
15 public schools are located in 95035.
What percentage of students in 95035 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 95035 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95035?
95035 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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