Very Good
#375 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Almaden Country Day School
Elementary School
6835 TRINIDAD DR, San Jose, CA 95120
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#375 of 1,787
In San Jose
#6 of 44
public schools
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Almaden Country Day School
Elementary School in San Jose · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Almaden Country Day School
Almaden Country Day School is a private elementary school in San Jose, CA. Almaden Country Day School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Almaden Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Almaden Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Almaden Country Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Almaden Country Day School compares to 184 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almaden Country Day School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Bret Harte Middle | 9.0 |
| Williams Elementary | 8.4 |
| Simonds Elementary | 7.5 |
| Graystone Elementary | 9.1 |
| Sakamoto Elementary | 6.8 |
| Discovery Charter II | 7.0 |
| Castillero Middle | 8.0 |
| Herman (Leonard) Intermediate | 8.8 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary | 8.6 |
| Allen at Steinbeck | 4.2 |
| Indigo | 7.5 |
| Frost (Earl) Elementary | 6.7 |
| Oak Ridge Elementary | 7.4 |
| Taylor (Bertha) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Guadalupe Elementary | 7.7 |
| Del Roble Elementary | 7.4 |
| Almaden Elementary | 5.5 |
| Dartmouth Middle | 7.7 |
| Anderson (Alex) Elementary | 4.1 |
| Liberty Alternative | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 184 schools. View all schools in San Jose
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6835 TRINIDAD DR, San Jose, CA 95120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Almaden Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Graystone Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Alamitos Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williams Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Almaden Country Day School San Jose | 0.0 mi | — |
| Leland High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Bret Harte Middle San Jose | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Williams Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Discovery Charter II San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Graystone Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Simonds Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Sakamoto Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Apostles Lutheran San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| APOSTLES LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Jose | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL San Jose | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Herman (Leonard) Intermediate San Jose | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Action Day Schools - Allen San Jose | 1.7 mi | — |
| ACTION DAY PRIMARY PLUS ALLEN SCHOOL San Jose | 1.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Allen at Steinbeck San Jose | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Castillero Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Phoenix High San Jose | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Challenger School - Shawnee San Jose | 1.8 mi | — |
| Santa Teresa High San Jose | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary San Jose | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,924,500
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
38,103
College Educated
74.4%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
47.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alta Elementary Reedley, CA | 7.2 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo, CA | 7.2 |
| Blue Oak Elementary Cameron Park, CA | 7.2 |
| City Language Immersion Charter Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
| Columbia Elementary Redding, CA | 7.2 |
| Corona Elementary Ontario, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Almaden Country Day School
What grades does Almaden Country Day School serve?
Almaden Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Almaden Country Day School?
Almaden Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Almaden Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Almaden Country Day School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Almaden Country Day School rank in CA?
Almaden Country Day School ranks #375 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Almaden Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Almaden Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Almaden Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Almaden Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Almaden Country Day School a religious school?
No, Almaden Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 691-5253
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