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Gunderson High

San Jose Unified · Santa Clara County · 620 Gaundabert Lane, San Jose, CA 95136-2830

(408) 535-6340

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3/10
#873
Rank 873 out of 1,227
Top 71%
English Language Arts3/10 · #980 · 20th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #772 · 37th percentile
Science4/10 · #840 · 35th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

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School Overview

Gunderson High sits in the Blossom Valley area of South San Jose, a family-friendly pocket of the city known for its quiet streets and suburban feel — a contrast to the busier tech corridors nearby. The school serves a diverse student body and offers a range of programs, making it a reasonable option for families rooted in the neighborhood who value proximity and community connection over chasing rankings. Families drawn to local schools with a genuine mix of backgrounds and a lower-key South Bay vibe will feel at home here.

Student Demographics

188 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
126 (67%)
White
24 (13%)
Asian
19 (10%)
Multiple Races
13 (7%)
African American
5 (3%)
Filipino
3 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners59 (31%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged114 (61%)
Students with Disabilities39 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

744
Enrollment
45
Teachers (FTE)
16.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3.8
Administrators (FTE)
22.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

87.7%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

17
AP Courses
offered
28.6%
AP Participation
of students
263
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Grizzlies · CIF Central Coast Section

23
varsity sports
9 boys
10 girls
BadmintonBaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Flag Football (Girls)Football (11 person)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #394 · 82nd percentile

197 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found