Tucked between the runways of Mineta San Jose International, the Santa Clara line, and a knot of major highways, the Airport Boulevard area is defined by its utilitarian character and its location. It is a patchwork of older residential pockets, low-rise commercial buildings, and light industrial lots, with newer development creeping in from the North First Street and Coleman Avenue growth corridors. What it lacks in green space and walkability it makes up for in connectivity. You can reach downtown San Jose, the airport, and tech campuses in both San Jose and Santa Clara in minutes, and Santa Clara University just to the south adds a bit of energy at the edges. It is not scenic or recreational. Sidewalks are sparse, parks are minimal, and much of the area feels caught between zoning categories, with jet noise as a constant. This is a convenience-first, in-between zone rather than a settled residential neighborhood, and most people here are buying the location, not the surroundings.




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| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Central Park Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Muwekma Ohlone Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Independence High | High | 9-12 | |
| Abraham Lincoln High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
from CA Dept. of Education
Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.


































































































































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