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Five Wounds School (Closed 2023)

1390 Five Wounds Lane
San Jose, CA 95116

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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

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

201 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

65%

State avg.: 52%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

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).

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