Average
#563 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 31% of private schools
Merry Hills School
Elementary School
750 N CAPITOL AVE BLDG D, San Jose, CA 95133
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#563 of 1,787
In San Jose
#11 of 44
public schools
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Merry Hills School
Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Merry Hills School
Merry Hills School is a private elementary school in San Jose, CA. Merry Hills School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Merry Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #563 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Merry Hills School 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.
Merry Hills 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 Merry Hills School compares to 148 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Merry Hills School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Ben Painter Elementary | 5.7 |
| Summerdale Elementary | 7.5 |
| Russo/McEntee Academy | 7.1 |
| Millard McCollam Elementary | 6.2 |
| Toyon Elementary | 4.0 |
| Vinci Park Elementary | 8.0 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning | 4.1 |
| Cherrywood Elementary | 8.9 |
| Noble Elementary | 8.4 |
| Linda Vista Elementary | 5.7 |
| Ruskin Elementary | 7.7 |
| Anne Darling Elementary | 4.0 |
| Lyndale Elementary | 4.0 |
| Lrng in an Urban Comm with High Achievement (L.U.C.H.A.) | 6.3 |
| San Antonio Elementary | 4.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Early Learning Center | 6.0 |
| Brooktree Elementary | 7.1 |
| ACE Empower Academy | 3.6 |
| Empire Gardens Elementary | 4.6 |
| Horace Cureton Elementary | 4.0 |
Showing 20 of 148 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
750 N CAPITOL AVE BLDG D, San Jose, CA 95133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Merry Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherrywood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Noble Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summerdale Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STELLAR LEARNING ACADEMY San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| William Sheppard Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Independence High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Summerdale Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP San Jose Collegiate San Jose | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| ACE Charter High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Pegasus High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Piedmont Middle San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Foothill High San Jose | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Russo/McEntee Academy San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Toyon Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Millard McCollam Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST VICTOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Jose | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Victor School San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
| Noble Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,069
Median Home Value
$1,074,300
Median Rent
$2,275/mo
Population
28,561
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Merry Hills School
What grades does Merry Hills School serve?
Merry Hills School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Merry Hills School?
Merry Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Merry Hills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Merry Hills School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Merry Hills School rank in CA?
Merry Hills School ranks #563 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Merry Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Merry Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Merry Hills School a private school?
Yes, Merry Hills 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 Merry Hills School a religious school?
No, Merry Hills School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 254-1282
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