Average
#649 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 36% of private schools
Basis Independent Silicon Valley
High School
1290 PARKMOOR AVE, San Jose, CA 95126
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#649 of 1,787
In San Jose
#13 of 44
public schools
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Basis Independent Silicon Valley
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About Basis Independent Silicon Valley
Basis Independent Silicon Valley is a private high school in San Jose, CA. Basis Independent Silicon Valley serves approximately 823 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Basis Independent Silicon Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Basis Independent Silicon Valley sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Basis Independent Silicon Valley 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 Basis Independent Silicon Valley compares to 222 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Basis Independent Silicon Valley (this school) | 6.7 |
| River Glen | 5.4 |
| Gardner Elementary | 4.5 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary | 5.1 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary | 7.0 |
| Willow Glen Elementary | 6.1 |
| Merritt Trace Elementary | 4.6 |
| Del Mar High | 7.2 |
| Blackford Elementary | 4.7 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | 7.0 |
| Washington Elementary | 3.8 |
| Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary | 8.0 |
| Ernesto Galarza Elementary | 3.0 |
| Willow Glen High | 7.1 |
| Booksin Elementary | 7.9 |
| Monroe Middle | 5.2 |
| Willow Glen Middle | 6.5 |
| Lowell Elementary | 2.7 |
| Downtown College Preparatory | 7.7 |
| Downtown College Preparatory Middle | 4.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary | 4.8 |
Showing 20 of 222 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.
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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
1290 PARKMOOR AVE, San Jose, CA 95126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Basis Independent Silicon Valley may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Del Mar High (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln High (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Testville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BASIS Independent Silicon Valley San Jose | 0.0 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose | 0.5 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose | 0.5 mi | — |
| River Glen San Jose | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ESTRELLA FAMILY SCHOOLS San Jose | 0.6 mi | — |
| Morgan Autism Center San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Gardner Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| WILLOW GLEN ACADEMY San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Willow Glen Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln High Testville | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Del Mar High San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rocketship Mateo Sheedy Elementary Redwood City | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Sacred Heart Nativity School San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART NATIVTY SCHOOLS San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,297
Median Home Value
$1,195,700
Median Rent
$2,544/mo
Population
38,239
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
34.4
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| Alliance Ouchi-O'Donovan 6-12 Complex Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
| Argonaut High Jackson, CA | 6.7 |
| East Bay Innovation Academy Oakland, CA | 6.7 |
| GEFFEN ACADEMY AT UCLA Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
| Gonzales High Gonzales, CA | 6.7 |
| John H. Glenn High Norwalk, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Basis Independent Silicon Valley
What grades does Basis Independent Silicon Valley serve?
Basis Independent Silicon Valley serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Basis Independent Silicon Valley?
Basis Independent Silicon Valley has an enrollment of approximately 823 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Basis Independent Silicon Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Basis Independent Silicon Valley is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Basis Independent Silicon Valley rank in CA?
Basis Independent Silicon Valley ranks #649 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Basis Independent Silicon Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Basis Independent Silicon Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Basis Independent Silicon Valley a private school?
Yes, Basis Independent Silicon Valley 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 Basis Independent Silicon Valley a religious school?
No, Basis Independent Silicon Valley is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 823
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 291-0907
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