San Jose Unified considers closing up to 9 elementary schools

District leaders say changes are needed to serve all students and maximize budgets.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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San Jose Unified School District is considering closing up to 9 of its elementary schools as part of its "Schools of Tomorrow" plan. The district says it needs to make changes to better serve all students while also maximizing its budget. The school board will discuss three different closure scenarios at a meeting on Tuesday.

Why it matters

Declining enrollment and budget pressures have forced many school districts across California to consider school closures in recent years. These decisions can be highly contentious, as they impact families, teachers, and the broader community. San Jose Unified's plan aims to consolidate resources and improve educational outcomes, but will likely face pushback from affected neighborhoods.

The details

At the school board meeting, trustees will discuss three options for elementary school closures: closing 9 schools and relocating 1, closing 9 schools, or closing 8 schools. The district has created an interactive map for families to see where their students would be reassigned under the different scenarios.

  • The school board meeting to discuss the closure plans will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The players

San Jose Unified School District

The public school district serving the city of San Jose, California.

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What’s next

The school board will vote on which closure plan to implement following the public discussion on Tuesday.

The takeaway

School district consolidations and closures are a difficult but often necessary step to balance budgets and improve educational outcomes, though they can be highly disruptive for affected communities.