YERBA BUENA HIGH SCHOOL

Yerba Buena High is a Title I public high school that is part of the East Side Union High school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 1,824 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 80 teachers, Yerba Buena High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Yerba Buena High School, located in the East Side Union High School District of San Jose, California, serves a diverse student body in the heart of the city’s Tully-Road/East San Jose area. Established in 1972, the school is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to as the home of the "Aztecs." The campus provides a comprehensive academic program, offering a range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education (CTE) pathways, and robust extracurricular activities, including championship-caliber sports teams and various student-led clubs.

Beyond its academic offerings, Yerba Buena High is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports the social and emotional well-being of its students. The school frequently engages with its surrounding neighborhood through community partnerships and events, striving to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. By emphasizing a culture of perseverance and collaboration, the school aims to empower its students to become proactive, engaged members of the local and global community.

For more information, contact Yerba Buena High at (408) 347-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.