William C. Overfelt High School
High school in San Jose, CA · East Side Union High · Grades 9-12
On the spring 2026 state tests, 41% of William C. Overfelt High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 12% met the math standard. In reading, that is 20 points below the East Side Union High average (61%) and 9 points below the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 21% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 25th of 31 public high schools in San Jose. Reading results in 2026 were 8 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) | 33% | 47% | 41% | +8 pts |
| Math | 9% | 13% | 12% | +3 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| William C. Overfelt High School | 41% | 12% |
| 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 42 of 52 freshman applicants from William C. Overfelt High School (81%), and 14 enrolled.
Homes near William C. Overfelt High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 95122, where William C. Overfelt High School is located, is $945K, down 1.6% 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 mi | Alpha Cindy Avitia High CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 39% | 9% | $945K |
| 1.3 mi | Yerba Buena HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 50% | 26% | $945K |
| 1.3 mi | Luis Valdez Leadership Academy CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 31% | 38% | $945K |
| 1.5 mi | Mt. Pleasant HighSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 50% | 17% | $1.07M |
| 1.5 mi | KIPP Navigate College Prep CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | n/a | n/a | $1.07M |
| 2.1 mi | Latino College Preparatory Academy CharterSan Jose · Grades 9-12 | 33% | 11% | $1.07M |
School details
- Address
- 1835 Cunningham Avenue, San Jose, CA 95122
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (408) 347-5900
- District
- East Side Union High
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 1,357 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional · Magnet
- Opened
- 1962
- Website
- williamcoverfelt.esuhsd.org
- State school code
- 43694274335428
Common questions
How did William C. Overfelt High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 41% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 12% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend William C. Overfelt High School?
1,357 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many William C. Overfelt High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 42 of 52 UC freshman applicants from William C. Overfelt High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 2% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near William C. Overfelt High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 95122, where William C. Overfelt High School 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 William C. Overfelt 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.