RATINGS

District Summary Ratings

A larger number of schools in this district are rated below average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in San Jose Unified School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Academic Progress

Students at many of the schools in this district are making about the same academic progress as the state average.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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STUDENT LIFE

Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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District Calendar

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District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in San Jose Unified School District

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Parent / Guardian
April 27, 2025
Nice and safe place to grow. Nice families, education, and teachers. Some leaders who graduated from Gunderson City Councilmember NFL Football player Winter Olympic player in China Founder of a... More
Review for Gunderson High School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
I wanted to share my experience with this school because I believe its current rating doesn't tell the full story. While the numbers may not look impressive on paper, this school is filled with... More
Review for Allen at Steinbeck School
Parent / Guardian
April 12, 2025
Disappointed in the principal Alvarez not acting on poor behavior. When a student was hitting other children multiple times over months, and causing my child not to want to go to school to avoid them,... More
Review for Merritt Trace Elementary School
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