Average
#1395 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Rise Academy
School
4415 FORTRAN CT, San Jose, CA 95134
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,395 of 1,787
In San Jose
#32 of 44
public schools
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Rise Academy
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About Rise Academy
Rise Academy is a private school in San Jose, CA. Rise Academy serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rise Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,395 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Rise Academy 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.
Rise Academy 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 Rise Academy compares to 223 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rise Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High | — |
| Dolores Huerta Middle | 7.8 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary | 7.6 |
| Orchard Elementary | 7.7 |
| Santa Clara County Court | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara County Community | 5.7 |
| Opportunity Youth Academy | 3.8 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education | 3.1 |
| Northwood Elementary | 8.5 |
| Brooktree Elementary | 7.1 |
| Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary | 5.1 |
| Laneview Elementary | 6.4 |
| Morrill Middle | 7.9 |
| Cherrywood Elementary | 8.9 |
| Vinci Park Elementary | 8.0 |
| Majestic Way Elementary | 8.3 |
| Sierramont Middle | 8.4 |
| Muwekma Ohlone Middle | 5.8 |
| Ruskin Elementary | 7.7 |
| Piedmont Hills High | 8.2 |
Showing 20 of 223 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
4415 FORTRAN CT, San Jose, CA 95134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rise Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mission Early College High (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Don Callejon (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George Mayne Elementary Alviso | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Don Callejon Santa Clara | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 1.6 mi | — |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| North Valley Baptist School Santa Clara | 2.2 mi | — |
| Montague Elementary Santa Clara | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 2.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Fairwood Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 2.3 mi | — |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 3.1 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Curtner Elementary Milpitas | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 2.7 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 2.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakewood Elementary Sunnyvale | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,847
Median Home Value
$371,200
Median Rent
$3,272/mo
Population
30,255
College Educated
77.3%
Homeownership
13.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
31.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PINE HILLS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn, CA | 5.4 |
| CHAMPION SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 5.5 |
| Independence Charter Academy Helendale, CA | 5.5 |
| MOTHER LODE ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Sonora, CA | 5.5 |
| Valley Academy El Centro, CA | 5.5 |
| Delta Home Charter Tracy, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rise Academy
What grades does Rise Academy serve?
Rise Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.
How many students attend Rise Academy?
Rise Academy has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rise Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rise Academy is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rise Academy rank in CA?
Rise Academy ranks #1,395 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Rise Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Rise Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rise Academy a private school?
Yes, Rise Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Rise Academy a religious school?
Rise Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 11th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 389-7607
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