Skip to main content

Limited Profile

Not enough data to generate a rating

Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch

High School

2400 Flint Ave, San Jose, CA 95148

Private

Enrollment

57

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2024-25

About Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch

Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch is a private high school in San Jose, CA 95148. The school serves approximately 57 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $160,729, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 57 students, Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1, Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch 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, Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch 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

Beta

How Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
22.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
57
This School
vs
549
Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch (this school)
Cedar Grove Elementary 7.0
Valle Vista Elementary 7.1
Ida Jew Academies 4.4
Norwood Creek Elementary 7.8
August Boeger Middle 6.6
KIPP Navigate College Prep 7.7
Mt. Pleasant High 6.3
Robert Sanders Elementary 6.4
Quimby Oak Middle 8.2
Adelante Dual Language Academy 5.9
Evergreen Valley High 8.2
Ocala Middle 6.0
Millbrook Elementary 7.4
Holly Oak Elementary 5.2
Mt. Pleasant Elementary 4.2
Carolyn A. Clark Elementary 6.0
B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy 6.5
Thomas P. Ryan Elementary 4.4
Latino College Preparatory Academy 7.4
Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant 1.4

Showing 20 of 224 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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
57 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Address
2400 Flint Ave, San Jose, CA 95148
Phone
(510) 753-4117
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.

Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.

Learn more about our methodology →

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

2400 Flint Ave, San Jose, CA 95148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Evergreen Valley High (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away). Another option is KIPP Navigate College Prep (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, Mt. Pleasant High (rated 6.3/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Kinship Academy San Jose 0.0 mi
Cedar Grove Elementary San Jose 0.5 mi 7.0
Ida Jew Academies San Jose 0.7 mi 4.4
Valle Vista Elementary San Jose 0.7 mi 7.1
Norwood Creek Elementary San Jose 0.8 mi 7.8
August Boeger Middle San Jose 0.8 mi 6.6
EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose 0.9 mi 7.2
East Valley Christian School San Jose 0.9 mi
SOFOS PREPARATORY ACADEMY San Jose 1.1 mi
Quimby Oak Middle San Jose 1.1 mi 8.2
KIPP Navigate College Prep San Jose 0.9 mi 7.7
Robert Sanders Elementary San Jose 1.1 mi 6.4
Mt. Pleasant High San Jose 1.0 mi 6.3
Evergreen Valley High San Jose 1.3 mi 8.2
Millbrook Elementary San Jose 1.4 mi 7.4
Holly Oak Elementary San Jose 1.4 mi 5.2
Adelante Dual Language Academy San Jose 1.3 mi 5.9
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose 1.3 mi 3.9
Ocala Middle San Jose 1.3 mi 6.0
Mt. Pleasant Elementary San Jose 1.5 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$160,729

Median Home Value

$1,211,400

Median Rent

$3,217/mo

Population

45,392

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch has a median household income of $160,729. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,211,400, with a median rent of $3,217/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch

What grades does Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch serve?

Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch?

Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch?

The student-teacher ratio at Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch a private school?

Yes, Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,210/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Jose). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Santa Clara
Data Year
2025–2026

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.