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#1139 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Scholars Academy

Elementary School

3703 SILVER CREEK RD, San Jose, CA 95121

Private

Enrollment

34

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,139 of 1,787

In San Jose

#24 of 44

public schools

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Scholars Academy

5.9/10

Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Silver Creek High

8.0/10

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4.7/10

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About Scholars Academy

Scholars Academy is a private elementary school in San Jose, CA. Scholars Academy serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Scholars Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,139 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

At 34 students, Scholars 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.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Scholars Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Scholars 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

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How Scholars Academy compares to 139 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
22.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
34
This School
vs
428
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 76.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.7% vs 0%
White 2.9% vs 0%
Scholars Academy San Jose Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Scholars Academy (this school) 5.9
John J. Montgomery Elementary 4.7
Ramblewood Elementary 7.4
Windmill Springs Elementary 5.8
Cadwallader Elementary 7.6
James Franklin Smith Elementary 7.7
Holly Oak Elementary 4.6
G. W. Hellyer Elementary 7.0
O. B. Whaley Elementary 3.0
Voices College-Bound Language Academy 2.2
Evergreen Elementary 8.5
Millbrook Elementary 7.9
Christopher Elementary 2.7
Los Arboles Literacy and Technology Academy 7.9
Stonegate Elementary 5.1
Lairon College Preparatory Academy 4.6
Katherine R. Smith Elementary 3.9
Norwood Creek Elementary 7.8
Captain Jason M. Dahl Elementary 4.0
Stipe (Samuel) Elementary 5.0
Cedar Grove Elementary 6.2

Showing 20 of 139 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)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,326
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Enrollment 34
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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)

Asian 76.5%
Hispanic 14.7%
Two or More 5.9%
White 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3703 SILVER CREEK RD, San Jose, CA 95121

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scholars Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millbrook Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Franklin Smith Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cadwallader Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Silver Creek High San Jose 0.2 mi 8.0
John J. Montgomery Elementary San Jose 0.4 mi 4.7
Ramblewood Elementary San Jose 0.5 mi 7.4
George V. LeyVa Intermediate San Jose 0.9 mi 6.5
Sofos Preparatory Academy San Jose 0.9 mi
LIBERTY BAPTIST SCHOOL San Jose 1.1 mi 7.7
Windmill Springs Elementary San Jose 1.0 mi 5.8
Cadwallader Elementary San Jose 1.0 mi 7.6
Holly Oak Elementary San Jose 1.3 mi 4.6
James Franklin Smith Elementary San Jose 1.1 mi 7.7
Rocketship Spark Academy Redwood City 1.3 mi 3.8
G. W. Hellyer Elementary San Jose 1.4 mi 7.0
Sylvandale Middle San Jose 1.3 mi 6.2
Voices College-Bound Language Academy San Jose 1.4 mi 2.2
O. B. Whaley Elementary San Jose 1.4 mi 3.0
Christopher Elementary San Jose 1.7 mi 2.7
Andrew P. Hill High San Jose 1.5 mi 6.0
Millbrook Elementary San Jose 1.6 mi 7.9
East Valley Christian School San Jose 1.8 mi
EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose 1.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,700

Median Home Value

$1,024,700

Median Rent

$2,912/mo

Population

35,722

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scholars Academy

What grades does Scholars Academy serve?

Scholars Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Scholars Academy?

Scholars Academy has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scholars Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Scholars Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Scholars Academy rank in CA?

Scholars Academy ranks #1,139 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Scholars Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Scholars Academy 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 Scholars Academy a private school?

Yes, Scholars Academy 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 Scholars Academy a religious school?

No, Scholars Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
34
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
195 days
Setting
Large City
County
Santa Clara County

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