Piedmont Hills High School
High school in San Jose, CA · East Side Union High · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 77% of Piedmont Hills High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 56% met the math standard. In reading, that is 16 points above the East Side Union High average (61%) and 28 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 77% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 6th of 31 public high schools in San Jose. Reading results in 2026 were 2 points higher than in 2024, and math results were 3 points higher than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 75% | 75% | 77% | +2 pts |
| Math | 53% | 56% | 56% | +3 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Hills High School | 77% | 56% |
| East Side Union High | 61% | 37% |
| Santa Clara County | 60% | 54% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 157 of 198 freshman applicants from Piedmont Hills High School (79%), and 69 enrolled.
Homes near Piedmont Hills High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 95132, where Piedmont Hills High School is located, is $1.54M, down 1.7% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
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Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 mi | Independence HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 60% | 33% | $1.09M |
| 2.5 mi | KIPP San Jose Collegiate CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 73% | 65% | $1.09M |
| 2.6 mi | ACE Charter High CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 36% | 14% | $1.09M |
| 2.7 mi | James Lick HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 41% | 16% | $1.07M |
| 3.1 mi | Opportunity Youth Academy CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 13% | 8% | $1.28M |
| 3.4 mi | San Jose Conservation Corps Charter CharterSan Jose · Grades 12-Adult | n/a | n/a | $956K |
School details
- Address
- 1377 Piedmont Road, San Jose, CA 95132
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (408) 347-3800
- District
- East Side Union High
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,866 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional · Magnet
- Opened
- 1965
- Website
- piedmonthills.esuhsd.org
- State school code
- 43694274335907
Common questions
How did Piedmont Hills High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 77% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 56% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Piedmont Hills High School?
1,866 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Piedmont Hills High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 157 of 198 UC freshman applicants from Piedmont Hills High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 14% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Piedmont Hills High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95132, where Piedmont Hills High School is located, is $1.54M, down 1.7% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Piedmont Hills High School guarantee a spot?
No. Public schools assign students by attendance zone, which East Side Union High sets and can change. Confirm the zone for a specific address with the district before you buy or rent.