4.8(264)
Premier independent K-12 with exceptional college outcomes and a global campus culture.
APResearchAthletics+1 more
Schools in Santa Clara County
Heart of Silicon Valley — top-rated public districts and competitive privates. Explore 11 Santa Clara County schools — including public, private, charter, and magnet options across 9 cities. Compare ratings, programs, and special-education support to find the right fit for your family.
11 schools 9 cities 5 districts
Top-rated schools in Santa Clara County
Open search & filters4.8(96)
Independent girls' day school grades 6-12 with rigorous academics and design-thinking culture.
APBourn Idea LabAthletics
Public9-12 Verified
Lynbrook High School
San Jose, Santa Clara County · Fremont Union High School District
4.7(388)
SpEd supportConsistently top-ranked California public high school with strong STEM and music programs.
APMarching BandFBLA+1 more
Public9-12 Verified
Saratoga High School
Saratoga, Santa Clara County · Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District
4.7(264)
SpEd supportSmall, high-performing public high school with exceptional academics and music.
APOrchestraSpeech & Debate+1 more
Public9-12 Verified
Henry M. Gunn High School
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County · Palo Alto Unified School District
4.6(412)
SpEd supportNationally ranked public high school known for STEM rigor and a thriving robotics program.
APRoboticsOrchestra+2 more
Public9-12 Verified
Palo Alto High School
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County · Palo Alto Unified School District
4.6(395)
SpEd supportComprehensive public high with nationally recognized journalism and a balanced academic-athletic culture.
APJournalismTheatre+1 more
Public9-12 Verified
Monta Vista High School
Cupertino, Santa Clara County · Fremont Union High School District
4.6(421)
SpEd supportTop-rated Cupertino public high known for STEM excellence and high college matriculation.
APSpeech & DebateDECA+1 more
Public9-12 Verified
Cupertino High School
Cupertino, Santa Clara County · Fremont Union High School District
4.5(287)
SpEd supportDiverse Fremont Union high school with strong academics, music, and a renowned cybersecurity program.
APMarching BandCybersecurity+1 more
Public9-12 Verified
Homestead High School
Cupertino, Santa Clara County · Fremont Union High School District
4.5(312)
SpEd supportComprehensive public high with strong academics and one of the largest robotics programs in the area.
APRoboticsTheater+1 more
Public9-12 Verified
Los Gatos High School
Los Gatos, Santa Clara County · Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District
4.5(318)
SpEd supportTop-rated public high school with strong athletics and academics.
APAthleticsRobotics
Public6-8 Verified
Cupertino Middle School
Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County · Cupertino Union School District
4.4(201)
SpEd supportWell-regarded middle school feeding into top Fremont Union high schools.
GATEBandCoding Club
Santa Clara County districts represented
- Cupertino Union School District
- Fremont Union High School District
- Independent
- Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District
- Palo Alto Unified School District
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Alameda County
Diverse, urban, and academic — from Berkeley to Pleasanton.
Contra Costa County
Family-friendly suburbs with strong K-12 options.
San Mateo County
Peninsula schools known for STEM and strong community involvement.
San Francisco County
Urban public lottery, magnet schools, and notable independents.
Marin County
Small-town feel with some of California's highest-rated schools.
Sonoma County
Wine country families — strong arts and outdoor programs.
Napa County
Tight-knit district with growing dual-language options.
Solano County
Affordable Bay Area communities with expanding charter options.
Santa Cruz County
Coastal county with progressive public and Waldorf-inspired schools.
School data sourced from the California Department of Education (CDE). Parent ratings and reviews shown here are illustrative samples.