Best 95120 California Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 503 students in 95120, CA (there are 8 public schools, serving 5,842 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 95120, CA are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 95120, CA is Holy Spirit School.
The average acceptance rate is 79%, which is lower than the California private school average acceptance rate of 80%.
33% of private schools in 95120, CA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 95120 California Private Schools (2026-27)

Almaden Country Day School Photo
Gr: PK-8
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 19
6835 Trinidad Drive
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-0424
(20)
Challenger School - Almaden Photo
Gr: NS-8
19950 Mckean Road
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 927-5771
Holy Spirit School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 503 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
1198 Redmond Ave
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 268-0794
(1)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 95120, CA?
The top ranked private schools in 95120, CA is Holy Spirit School.
How many private schools are located in 95120?
3 private schools are located in 95120.
What percentage of students in 95120 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 95120 are educated in private schools (compared to the CA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 95120?
33% of private schools in 95120 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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