Shawnee Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 202 students in the neighborhood of Shawnee, San Jose, CA.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the California private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
50% of private schools in Shawnee are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Private Schools in the neighborhood of Shawnee, San Jose, CA (2026-27)

Challenger School - Shawnee Photo
Gr: NS-8
500 Shawnee Lane
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 365-9298
(2)
Apostles Lutheran Schools (TK-12) Photo
Gr: K-12 | 202 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
5828 Santa Teresa Blvd
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 578-4800
(1)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Shawnee, San Jose, CA?
2 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Shawnee, San Jose, CA.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Shawnee, San Jose?
50% of private schools in the neighborhood of Shawnee, San Jose are religiously affiliated (most commonly Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

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