Holy Family School is a parish school rich in the tradition of Catholic education and committed to academic excellence.
Our mission is to foster and to support the development of Catholic faith and identity while nurturing the whole child.
In partnership with family, educators, and the whole parish community, we strive to promote the spiritual, intellectual, and social development of our students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 7 / Feb. 16
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Family School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1986
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
4
School Motto
Believe & Achieve
Student Body
Total Students
351 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic Chess Club, Altar Server, Boy Scouts, California Junior Scholarship Federation (CJSF), Eucharistic Ministers, Girl Scouts, Homework Club, Lego Robotics, Liturgical Choir, Ministry of Movement, Monthly Community Outreach, National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), Newspaper Club, Schmahl Hands-on Science Labs, Spanish K-4, Student Council
School Notes
- SCHOOLWIDE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS RESULTS When our students graduate from Holy Family they will have grown stronger in their spiritual, academic, and personal lives. As persons of faith our students will:
- Discover the love of God through loving one another.
- Foster Christian values – compassion, tolerance, justice, and a respect for the dignity of life.
- Participate actively in their faith development through sacraments, liturgical celebrations, and a variety of prayer styles.
- Demonstrate a personal faith relationship with God by living the Gospel values and teachings of Jesus Christ through justice based service and prayer.
- Have a basic knowledge of the teachings of the Church and the ability to make good moral and ethical decisions based on their Catholic faith. As lifelong learners our students will:
- Explore and develop their own unique gifts, talents and interests.
- Recognize the importance of a healthy lifestyle, and the negative effect of drug and alcohol use.
- Read for enjoyment and knowledge.
- Have the ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Articulate ideas clearly and creatively, and communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking skills.
- Use technology to obtain, evaluate, and communicate information.
- Be prepared for the next level of education through critical thinking and problem solving skills. As responsible citizens our students will:
- Accept responsibility and consequences for their actions.
- Exhibit the social skills and moral values needed for responsible citizenship.
- Appreciate and respect the cultural diversity of our global community.
- Exhibit good sportsmanship.
- Grow in awareness and responsibility towards others and their community
- Develop strong character traits to strengthen self-esteem and build skills to meet life's challenges.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Holy Family School offer?
Holy Family School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Football, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Holy Family School's ranking?
Holy Family School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Holy Family School?
The application deadline for Holy Family School is Feb. 7 / Feb. 16.
In what neighborhood is Holy Family School located?
Holy Family School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 13 other private schools located in South San Jose.
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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