Average

#1310 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Esther B Clark School - South Bay

School

2280 KENWOOD AVE, San Jose, CA 95128

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

3rd – 10th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

3rd – 10th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,310 of 1,787

In San Jose

#28 of 44

public schools

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Esther B Clark School - South Bay?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Read rating Nearby schools Open map

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

School in San Jose · grades 3rd – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Esther B Clark School - South Bay

Esther B Clark School - South Bay is a private school in San Jose, CA. Esther B Clark School - South Bay serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 3rd-10th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Esther B Clark School - South Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,310 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts below CA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Esther B Clark School - South Bay is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Esther B Clark School - South Bay 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

Beta

How Esther B Clark School - South Bay compares to 218 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.2:1

This School

22.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

561

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 17.6% vs 0%

Asian 11.8% vs 0%

Black 9.8% vs 0%

Esther B Clark School - South Bay San Jose Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Esther B Clark School - South Bay (this school)	—	51	10.2:1	5.6
Merritt Trace Elementary	1.0 mi	836	21.4:1	4.6
Herbert Hoover Middle	1.0 mi	924	20.1:1	7.0
Luther Burbank Elementary	1.1 mi	431	20.5:1	7.0
Monroe Middle	1.7 mi	696	20.5:1	5.2
Lynhaven Elementary	1.8 mi	502	20.9:1	6.5
Sherman Oaks Elementary	1.8 mi	529	23:1	5.1
Boynton High	2.0 mi	160	10.7:1	5.2
Del Mar High	2.0 mi	1,310	20.5:1	7.2
Leroy Anderson Elementary	2.5 mi	358	19.9:1	5.0
Blackford Elementary	2.6 mi	398	22.1:1	4.7
Discovery Charter	2.6 mi	563	23.5:1	7.9
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary	2.7 mi	424	24.9:1	5.1
Gardner Elementary	2.7 mi	397	20.9:1	4.5
River Glen	2.7 mi	451	28.2:1	5.4
Muwekma Ohlone Middle	2.7 mi	620	20.7:1	5.8
George C. Payne Elementary	2.8 mi	459	21.9:1	8.1
Manuel De Vargas Elementary	3.0 mi	398	22.1:1	8.2
Easterbrook Discovery	3.1 mi	965	23.5:1	8.9
Horace Mann Elementary	3.2 mi	295	21.1:1	4.8
Willow Glen Elementary	3.2 mi	702	20.6:1	6.1

Showing 20 of 218 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.9 / 10

View breakdown

Student-Teacher Ratio 10.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.8 / 10

View breakdown

School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.4 / 10

View breakdown

Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.6 / 10

View breakdown

Enrollment 51

View data sources

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)

White 56.9%

Hispanic 17.6%

Asian 11.8%

Black 9.8%

Two or More 3.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2280 KENWOOD AVE, San Jose, CA 95128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Esther B Clark School - South Bay may also want to explore other schools in the area. Washington Open Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buchser Middle (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Esther B. Clark School - South Bay San Jose	0.0 mi	57	—
Pacific Autism Center for Education - Sunny Days Campus San Jose	0.1 mi	6	—
PACIFIC AUTISM CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Jose	0.1 mi	11	—
Pacific Autism Center for Education - Pruneridge Campus Santa Clara	0.5 mi	24	—
Washington Open Elementary Santa Clara	0.7 mi	334	9.2
Buchser Middle Santa Clara	0.8 mi	691	7.5
ST CLARES SCHOOL Santa Clara	1.0 mi	212	5.8
St. Clare Elementary Santa Clara	1.0 mi	194	—
Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose	1.0 mi	836	4.6
Westwood Elementary Santa Clara	1.0 mi	384	8.8
Luther Burbank Elementary San Jose	1.1 mi	431	7.0
Herbert Hoover Middle San Jose	1.0 mi	924	7.0
Abraham Lincoln High Testville	1.1 mi	1,596	6.5
Wilson Alternative Santa Clara	1.2 mi	158	6.3
C. W. Haman Elementary Santa Clara	1.4 mi	325	7.4
Monroe Middle San Jose	1.7 mi	696	5.2
BELLARMINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Jose	1.4 mi	1,665	3.8
Bellarmine College Preparatory San Jose	1.5 mi	1,654	—
Lynhaven Elementary San Jose	1.8 mi	502	6.5
Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose	1.8 mi	529	5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,647

Median Home Value

$1,214,500

Median Rent

$2,505/mo

Population

33,585

College Educated

51.8%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Rocklin Alternative Education Center Rocklin, CA	45	5.6
SPECTRUM CENTER Oakland, CA	44	5.6
Butte County Community Chico, CA	39	5.5
ANAHEIM MAGNOLIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anaheim, CA	54	5.7
Alameda County Juvenile Hall/Court San Leandro, CA	44	5.7
Alternative Learning Center San Bernardino, CA	49	5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Esther B Clark School - South Bay

What grades does Esther B Clark School - South Bay serve?

Esther B Clark School - South Bay serves students in grades 3rd through 10th.

How many students attend Esther B Clark School - South Bay?

Esther B Clark School - South Bay has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Esther B Clark School - South Bay?

The student-teacher ratio at Esther B Clark School - South Bay is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Esther B Clark School - South Bay rank in CA?

Esther B Clark School - South Bay ranks #1,310 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Esther B Clark School - South Bay's MySchoolScout rating?

Esther B Clark School - South Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Esther B Clark School - South Bay a private school?

Yes, Esther B Clark School - South Bay 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 Esther B Clark School - South Bay a religious school?

No, Esther B Clark School - South Bay is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

Explore More Schools

All schools in San Jose, CA Schools in CA 20 nearby schools Explore San Jose school quality map

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 43 Some Transit
Bike Score: 73 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 3rd – 10th
Enrollment: 51
Gender Split: 78% M / 22% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Santa Clara County
Phone: (408) 816-2018

Resources & Links

Search for School Website ↗ Google Maps & Reviews ↗ GreatSchools Profile ↗ Niche Reviews ↗ Official NCES Data ↗

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Data sources

NCES PSSSY 2021-22 Census ACS2019-2023 MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

Esther B Clark School - South Bay

How this school compares

Shortlisting around Esther B Clark School - South Bay?