The mission of FiveWounds Catholic School is to provide a place of spiritual formation and academic excellence in order for our students to experience success in a nurturing Catholic Christian environment.
Its mission, is to focus on Christian - centered values and academic excellence.
Parents' top three reasons for keeping their children at Five Wounds is based on our educational program, religious curriculum, and discipline.
Consequently, Five Wounds School is committed to form a meaningful partnership with both our parents and community.
Thus, preparing our children with life-long learning skills that will enable them to succeed in the 21st century.
The school's dynamic curriculum is based on a successful student-focused approach to learning, where children reach their academic potential in a Gospel centered environment.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
201 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The mission of FiveWounds Catholic School is to provide a place of spiritual formation and academic excellence in order for our students to experience success in a nurturing Catholic Christian environment. Its mission, is to focus on Christian - centered values and academic excellence. Parents' top three reasons for keeping their children at Five Wounds is based on our educational program, religious curriculum, and discipline. Consequently, Five Wounds School is committed to form a meaningful partnership with both our parents and community. Thus, preparing our children with life-long learning skills that will enable them to succeed in the 21st century. The school's dynamic curriculum is based on a successful student-focused approach to learning, where children reach their academic potential in a Gospel centered environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Five Wounds School?
The application deadline for Five Wounds School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Five Wounds School is Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Patrick School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Challenger School - Berryessa (1.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School
(Catholic)
1390 Five Wounds Ln
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 293-0425
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 293-0425
- miles
Gr: 9-12 | 449 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
51 N 9th Street
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 283-5858
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 283-5858
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 215 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
1200 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
San Jose, CA 95118
(408) 723-1131
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
Play 'n' Learn Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
495 Massar Ave
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 259-5736
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 259-5736
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
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