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Alum Rock Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private preschools serving 717 students in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose, CA.
The top ranked private preschools in Alum Rock include Merryhill Preschool of San Jose - Berryessa and St. John Vianney Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the California private preschool average acceptance rate of 85%.
67% of private preschools in Alum Rock are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Alum Rock Private Preschools (2026-27)

Merryhill Preschool of San Jose - Berryessa Photo
Merryhill Preschool of San Jose - Berryessa
Gr: NS-5 | 303 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
750 N Capitol Ave
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 404-5749
(2)
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St. John Vianney Elementary School Photo
St. John Vianney Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 367 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
4601 Hyland Ave
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 258-7677
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Map of Emmanuel Christian School
Emmanuel Christian School
Gr: PK-2 | 47 students
Baptist
467 North White Road
San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 272-9310
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose, CA?
The top ranked private preschools in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose, CA include Merryhill Preschool of San Jose - Berryessa and St. John Vianney Elementary School.
How many private preschools are located in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose?
3 private preschools are located in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose?
67% of private preschools in the neighborhood of Alum Rock, San Jose are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Catholic).

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