Very Good
#186 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 10% of private schools
Hillbrook School
Elementary School
300 MARCHMONT DR, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#186 of 1,787
In Los Gatos
#3 of 6
public schools
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Hillbrook School
Elementary School in Los Gatos · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillbrook School
Hillbrook School is a private elementary school in Los Gatos, CA. Hillbrook School serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillbrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #186 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Hillbrook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hillbrook 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 Hillbrook School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Los Gatos, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hillbrook School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Blossom Hill Elementary | 8.1 |
| Louise Van Meter Elementary | 7.8 |
| Raymond J. Fisher Middle | 9.0 |
| Alta Vista Elementary | 7.6 |
| Daves Avenue Elementary | 8.8 |
| Rolling Hills Middle | 8.0 |
| Lexington Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lakeside Elementary | 5.9 |
| C. T. English Middle | 7.9 |
| Loma Prieta Elementary | 7.6 |
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
300 MARCHMONT DR, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillbrook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Daves Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carlton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Blossom Hill Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Gatos, see our Los Gatos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillbrook School Los Gatos | 0.0 mi | — |
| Blossom Hill Elementary Los Gatos | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Louise Van Meter Elementary Los Gatos | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Raymond J. Fisher Middle Los Gatos | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Carlton Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Los Gatos High Los Gatos | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Union Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| YAVNEH DAY SCHOOL Los Gatos | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY LOS GATOS Los Gatos | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Daves Avenue Elementary Los Gatos | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Los Gatos | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Stratford School Los Gatos Los Gatos | 1.8 mi | — |
| Learning Pathways Kindergarten San Jose | 2.2 mi | — |
| LEARNING PATHWAYS KINDERGARTEN San Jose | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Farnham Charter San Jose | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Stratford Belgatos Park Los Gatos | 2.0 mi | — |
| MULBERRY SCHOOL Los Gatos | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Leigh High San Jose | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| St. Frances Cabrini Elementary School San Jose | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$195,188
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,123/mo
Population
27,682
College Educated
75.9%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| California Creative Learning Academy Los Angeles, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillbrook School
What grades does Hillbrook School serve?
Hillbrook School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hillbrook School?
Hillbrook School has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillbrook School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillbrook School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hillbrook School rank in CA?
Hillbrook School ranks #186 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Hillbrook School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillbrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillbrook School a private school?
Yes, Hillbrook 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 Hillbrook School a religious school?
No, Hillbrook School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 356-6116
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