Minato Gakuen School is a non-profit school which is dedicated to providing Japanese students living in the San Diego area a supplementary Japanese education.
Subjects covered under the supplementary education program include Japanese language, mathematics, social studies and science.
These subjects are taught exclusively in Japanese. In addition, Minato School opens its door to non-Japanese students who can follow Japanese at each statutory grade required of their age.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Minato Gakuen School Office ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
432 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Shigeru Sekido, Principal -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Minato Gakuen School Office?
Minato Gakuen School Office famous alumni include: Shigeru Sekido, Principal.
What is Minato Gakuen School Office's ranking?
Minato Gakuen School Office ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Minato Gakuen School Office?
The application deadline for Minato Gakuen School Office is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Minato Gakuen School Office located?
Minato Gakuen School Office is located in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Kearny Mesa.
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