Needs Improvement
#1780 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School
School
4660 EASTUS DR, San Jose, CA 95129
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
42.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
42.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,780 of 1,787
In San Jose
#43 of 44
public schools
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About Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School is a private school in San Jose, CA. Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 42.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,780 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School runs 42.8:1 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.
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese 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 Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School compares to 218 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School (this school) | 3.1 |
| Easterbrook Discovery | 8.9 |
| Manuel De Vargas Elementary | 8.2 |
| Country Lane Elementary | 8.3 |
| Murdock-Portal Elementary | 8.8 |
| Discovery Charter | 7.9 |
| Leroy Anderson Elementary | 5.0 |
| Lynbrook High | 9.4 |
| Boynton High | 5.2 |
| Latimer | 7.8 |
| Moreland Middle | 8.0 |
| Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary | 8.2 |
| George C. Payne Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lynhaven Elementary | 6.5 |
| Joaquin Miller Middle | 9.3 |
| Gussie M. Baker Elementary | 8.5 |
| John Muir Elementary | 8.2 |
| Forest Hill Elementary | 7.9 |
| Monroe Middle | 5.2 |
| Del Mar High | 7.2 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 218 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
4660 EASTUS DR, San Jose, CA 95129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Easterbrook Discovery (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Murdock-Portal Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Country Lane Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Trust Primary School San Jose | 0.1 mi | — |
| Easterbrook Discovery San Jose | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Manuel De Vargas Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 0.6 mi | — |
| Country Lane Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Queen of Apostles School San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Archbishop Mitty High San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Murdock-Portal Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Discovery Charter San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Action Day Middle School San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| AS-SAFA INSTITUTE/AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Leroy Anderson Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Latimer San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,662
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,746/mo
Population
40,896
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School
What grades does Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School serve?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School is 42.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School rank in CA?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School ranks #1,780 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School a private school?
Yes, Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School a religious school?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 42.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 378-8190
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