San Jose Unified weighs closing up to 9 elementary schools as enrollment declines

Santa Clara County’s largest school district could close up to nine elementary schools due to declining enrollment — a game changer for the district as it redefines its future. 

The San Jose Teachers Association is urging San Jose Unified School District to consider restructuring the system due to enrollment and equity issues. There are 41 schools in the district, of which 26 are elementary schools. The district formed a Schools of Tomorrow advisory committee, which completed its work last semester. A separate implementation committee will make its recommendation on closures by March 5, and the school board will make the final decision March 12.