Very Good
#167 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 9% of private schools
Second Start-pine Hill School
School
1325 BOURET DR, San Jose, CA 95118
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#167 of 1,787
In San Jose
#5 of 44
public schools
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Second Start-pine Hill School
School in San Jose · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Pine Hill School (second Start Learning Disabilities)
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About Second Start-pine Hill School
Second Start-pine Hill School is a private school in San Jose, CA. Second Start-pine Hill School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Second Start-pine Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Second Start-pine Hill School 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Second Start-pine Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Second Start-pine Hill 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 Second Start-pine Hill School compares to 223 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Second Start-pine Hill School (this school) | 7.7 |
| John Muir Middle | 6.9 |
| Almaden Elementary | 5.5 |
| Broadway High | 4.7 |
| Reed Elementary | 8.4 |
| Branham High | 8.3 |
| Pioneer High | 7.5 |
| Hacienda Science/Environmental Magnet | 6.8 |
| Lietz Elementary | 7.6 |
| Liberty Alternative | 4.2 |
| Dartmouth Middle | 7.7 |
| Sartorette Charter | 6.4 |
| Terrell Elementary | 3.7 |
| Schallenberger Elementary | 7.5 |
| Gunderson High | 6.6 |
| Allen at Steinbeck | 4.2 |
| Oster Elementary | 8.8 |
| Steindorf STEAM K-8 Magnet | 9.1 |
| Noddin Elementary | 7.4 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary | 8.6 |
| Guadalupe Elementary | 7.7 |
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
1325 BOURET DR, San Jose, CA 95118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Second Start-pine Hill School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Reed Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Branham High (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dartmouth Middle (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Hill School (Second Start Learning Disabilities) San Jose | 0.0 mi | — |
| John Muir Middle San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Almaden Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Broadway High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Reed Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| THE LEARNING COMPANY & ACADEMY San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Pioneer High San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Branham High San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Stratford School-Almaden San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cambrian Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hacienda Science/Environmental Magnet San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Dartmouth Middle San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Lietz Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ONE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
| STRATFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Terrell Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Liberty Alternative San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| One World Montessori School San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
| ONE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Schallenberger Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,438
Median Home Value
$1,377,000
Median Rent
$2,488/mo
Population
31,831
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
39
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| LIBERTY BAPTIST SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 7.7 |
| PATTEN ACADEMY OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
| ARCADIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arcadia, CA | 7.8 |
| Crossroads Charter Academy Armona, CA | 7.8 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY OF LOS ANGELES Lake View Terrace, CA | 7.8 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WILDOMAR Wildomar, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Second Start-pine Hill School
What grades does Second Start-pine Hill School serve?
Second Start-pine Hill School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Second Start-pine Hill School?
Second Start-pine Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Second Start-pine Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Second Start-pine Hill School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Second Start-pine Hill School rank in CA?
Second Start-pine Hill School ranks #167 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Second Start-pine Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Second Start-pine Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Second Start-pine Hill School a private school?
Yes, Second Start-pine Hill School 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 Second Start-pine Hill School a religious school?
No, Second Start-pine Hill School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 81% M / 19% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 215 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 979-8210
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