KIPP Heartwood Academy
Middle school in San Jose, CA · Alum Rock Union Elementary · Grades 5-8 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 69% of KIPP Heartwood Academy students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 62% met the math standard. In reading, that is 20 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 69% of Bay Area middle schools, and it ranks 11th of 36 public middle schools in San Jose. Reading results in 2026 were about the same as in 2024, and math results were 4 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 69% | 70% | 69% | 0 pts |
| Math | 66% | 64% | 62% | −4 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Heartwood Academy | 69% | 62% |
| Santa Clara County | 60% | 54% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Results by grade, spring 2026
| Grade | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| 5th grade | 62% | 67% |
| 6th grade | 65% | 64% |
| 7th grade | 71% | 58% |
| 8th grade | 77% | 57% |
Students are tested in grades 3 to 8 and 11. Each grade is a different group of students, so differences between grades are not a trend.
Homes near KIPP Heartwood Academy
The typical home value in ZIP code 95122, where KIPP Heartwood Academy is located, is $945K, down 1.6% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby middle schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 mi | Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy CharterSan Jose · Grades 5-8 | 53% | 43% | $945K |
| 0.7 mi | ACE Esperanza Middle CharterSan Jose · Grades 5-8 | 31% | 16% | $956K |
| 0.8 mi | ACE Empower Academy CharterSan Jose · Grades 5-8 | 20% | 11% | $897K |
| 0.9 mi | Bridges AcademySan Jose · Grades 7-8 | 23% | 11% | $945K |
| 1.1 mi | Ocala MiddleSan Jose · Grades 6-8 | 33% | 17% | $1.46M |
| 1.3 mi | College Connection AcademySan Jose · Grades 7-8 | 80% | 69% | $945K |
School details
- Address
- 1250 South King Road, San Jose, CA 95122
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (408) 926-5477
- District
- Alum Rock Union Elementary
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- 5-8
- Students
- 425 (2025-26)
- Type
- Middle school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2004
- Website
- heartwood.kippnorcal.org
- State school code
- 43693690106633
Common questions
How did KIPP Heartwood Academy do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 69% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 62% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend KIPP Heartwood Academy?
425 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 5-8.
How much do homes cost near KIPP Heartwood Academy?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95122, where KIPP Heartwood Academy is located, is $945K, down 1.6% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near KIPP Heartwood Academy guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.