West San Jose facts for kids

Quick facts for kids West San Jose
Region of San Jose, California
Clockwise: Hotel Valencia; Santana Row; Westfield Valley Fair; Santana Row; Winchester Mystery House.
West San Jose Location in San Jose, California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Santa Clara
City	San Jose

West San Jose is a part of San Jose, California. It's located on the western side of the city. It shares borders with other nearby cities like Santa Clara, Cupertino, Saratoga, and Campbell.

You can find its boundaries marked by streets and highways. For example, Stevens Creek Boulevard is to the north. State Route 17 is to the east. State Route 85 is to the south. And De Anza Boulevard is to the west.

West San Jose is home to several popular places. These include the famous Winchester Mystery House, the shopping and dining area called Santana Row, and the large Westfield Valley Fair mall.

History of West San Jose

Most of the homes in West San Jose were built in the 1950s. Back then, they were considered affordable homes. However, things changed a lot with the growth of the tech industry. This area is part of what's known as Silicon Valley.

Because of the tech boom, West San Jose has become a much more expensive place to live. Today, the average value of homes is very high. This is especially true in the western parts that are close to Cupertino and Saratoga.

Historical Landmarks in West San Jose

One of the most famous spots here is the Winchester Mystery House. It's a special place recognized as a California Historical Landmark. Many people visit it every year.

Another interesting historical place was the Century 21 theater. It was the very first Century theater ever built. The Moreland School is also considered a historical landmark in the area.

Education in West San Jose

Students in West San Jose attend schools from different districts. The eastern part of the area is served by the Campbell Union School District. It is also served by the Moreland School District.

If you live in the western part of West San Jose, you might go to schools in the Cupertino Union School District. High school students in this area attend schools in the Fremont Union High School District.

Private High Schools in the Area

There are also private high schools available in West San Jose. These include Archbishop Mitty High School and the Harker School.

Popular Places to Visit

West San Jose has many fun places to explore. Here are some of the well-known spots:

• Le Papillon: A fancy French restaurant.
• Santana Row: A lively street with lots of shops, restaurants, and places to live.
• Westfield Valley Fair: A very large shopping mall with many stores.
• Westgate Mall: Another shopping mall offering a variety of stores.