College Park sits just north of Downtown San Jose, anchored by the Santa Clara County Civic Center and defined by its access to key city institutions. The area has a slightly institutional feel, with government buildings, courthouses, and structured grid streets. Residential pockets are mostly older, compact single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many with minimal updates. What the neighborhood lacks in polish, it makes up for in centrality. The Guadalupe River Trail runs along the western edge, providing a scenic and useful bike route into downtown or up toward the airport. The light rail and San Jose Diridon Station are within reach, making it one of the better-connected parts of the city by transit. The surrounding streets don’t offer much in terms of charm or vibrancy, and nearby green spaces are limited to the river trail and a few small parks. Retail is scattered, but downtown and Japantown are close enough to pick up the slack. Overall, College Park is a utilitarian neighborhood that benefits from its location, but it’s not a destination in itself.
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss | Primary | K-8 | |
| Fammatre Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Grant Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Central Park Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Price Charter Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Muwekma Ohlone Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Abraham Lincoln High | High | 9-12 | |
| San Jose 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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