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Most Holy Trinity School

Elementary School

1940 CUNNINGHAM AVE, San Jose, CA 95122

Private

Enrollment

205

Student-Teacher

20.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,119 of 1,787

In San Jose

#22 of 44

public schools

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Most Holy Trinity School

5.9/10

Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Most Holy Trinity School

Most Holy Trinity School is a private elementary school in San Jose, CA. Most Holy Trinity School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Most Holy Trinity School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,119 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Most Holy Trinity School runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Most Holy Trinity 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

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How Most Holy Trinity School compares to 184 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
This School
vs
22.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
205
This School
vs
459
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 46.3% vs 0%
White 22.9% vs 0%
Asian 22.9% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Most Holy Trinity School San Jose Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Most Holy Trinity School (this school) 5.9
Donald J. Meyer Elementary 4.9
Katherine R. Smith Elementary 3.9
Renaissance Academy 5.4
Alpha: Blanca Alvarado 2.7
Alpha: Jose Hernandez 2.5
O. S. Hubbard Elementary 3.0
A. J. Dorsa Elementary 3.9
KIPP Heartwood Academy 9.5
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy 9.0
Sylvia Cassell Elementary 3.5
Ocala Middle 6.8
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary 7.6
ACE Esperanza Middle 3.9
O. B. Whaley Elementary 3.0
Santee Elementary 4.9
Bridges Academy 5.8
Adelante Dual Language Academy II 6.9
Adelante Dual Language Academy 6.8
Thomas P. Ryan Elementary 5.3
Aptitud Community Academy at Goss 4.8

Showing 20 of 184 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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 205
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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)

Hispanic 46.3%
White 22.9%
Asian 22.9%
Two or More 6.8%
Black 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1940 CUNNINGHAM AVE, San Jose, CA 95122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Most Holy Trinity School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Dual Language Academy II (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Donald J. Meyer Elementary (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Most Holy Trinity School San Jose 0.0 mi
Alpha Cindy Avitia High San Jose 0.1 mi 6.0
William C. Overfelt High San Jose 0.2 mi 5.3
Apollo High San Jose 0.2 mi 7.6
Donald J. Meyer Elementary San Jose 0.3 mi 4.9
Katherine R. Smith Elementary San Jose 0.4 mi 3.9
Renaissance Academy San Jose 0.4 mi 5.4
Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose 0.5 mi 2.5
Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose 0.5 mi 2.7
O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose 0.6 mi 3.0
A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose 0.8 mi 3.9
Sylvia Cassell Elementary San Jose 1.0 mi 3.5
KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose 0.9 mi 9.5
Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy San Jose 0.9 mi 9.0
Ocala Middle San Jose 1.0 mi 6.8
O. B. Whaley Elementary San Jose 1.1 mi 3.0
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary San Jose 1.0 mi 7.6
Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose 1.2 mi 6.9
LIBERTY BAPTIST SCHOOL San Jose 1.2 mi 7.7
ACE Esperanza Middle San Jose 1.1 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,406

Median Home Value

$838,900

Median Rent

$2,424/mo

Population

52,206

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

52.8%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Most Holy Trinity School

What grades does Most Holy Trinity School serve?

Most Holy Trinity School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Most Holy Trinity School?

Most Holy Trinity School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Most Holy Trinity School?

The student-teacher ratio at Most Holy Trinity School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Most Holy Trinity School rank in CA?

Most Holy Trinity School ranks #1,119 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Most Holy Trinity School's MySchoolScout rating?

Most Holy Trinity School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Most Holy Trinity School a private school?

Yes, Most Holy Trinity School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Most Holy Trinity School a religious school?

Most Holy Trinity School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
205
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Santa Clara County

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