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Harker School, the
High School
500 Saratoga Avenue, San Jose, CA 95129
Enrollment
1,939
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,939
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Harker School, the
Harker School, the is a private high school in San Jose, CA 95129. The school serves approximately 1,939 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $182,662, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1, Harker School, the offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Harker School, the operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Harker School, the compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harker School, the (this school) | — |
| Boynton High | 6.4 |
| Lynhaven Elementary | 6.2 |
| Leroy Anderson Elementary | 6.2 |
| Discovery Charter | 6.4 |
| Manuel De Vargas Elementary | 8.0 |
| Easterbrook Discovery | 7.8 |
| George C. Payne Elementary | 6.4 |
| Monroe Middle | 4.3 |
| Country Lane Elementary | 6.8 |
| Murdock-Portal Elementary | 8.1 |
| Latimer | 7.1 |
| Moreland Middle | 6.2 |
| Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary | 7.4 |
| Lynbrook High | 8.8 |
| Gussie M. Baker Elementary | 6.4 |
| Del Mar High | 6.9 |
| Luther Burbank Elementary | 7.8 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle | 8.1 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary | 7.8 |
| Merritt Trace Elementary | 5.9 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,939 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Address
- 500 Saratoga Avenue, San Jose, CA 95129
- Phone
- (408) 345-9617
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
500 Saratoga Avenue, San Jose, CA 95129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harker School, the may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Millikin Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara). Another option is Manuel De Vargas Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford Preparatory Blackford San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| AS-SAFA INSTITUTE/AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| Action Day Middle School San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| HARKER San Jose | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Boynton High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Lynhaven Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Leroy Anderson Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Discovery Charter San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Westwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Queen of Apostles School San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Manuel De Vargas Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,662
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,746/mo
Population
40,896
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
41.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Harker School, the has a median household income of $182,662. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,746/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| Archbishop Mitty High San Jose, CA | — |
| Archbishop Riordan High School San Francisco, CA | — |
| Arrowhead Christian Academy-Upper School-Redlands Christian School Redlands, CA | — |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory San Jose, CA | — |
| Bishop O'Dowd High School Oakland, CA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harker School, the
What grades does Harker School, the serve?
Harker School, the serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Harker School, the?
Harker School, the has an enrollment of approximately 1,939 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harker School, the?
The student-teacher ratio at Harker School, the is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Harker School, the a private school?
Yes, Harker School, the is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 73 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 42 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 73 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,210/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,939
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 208
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara
- Phone
- (408) 345-9617
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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