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Northwood Cdc

1400 Parkmoor Ave Ste 220 San Jose, CA 95126
Tel: (408) 539-0200
www.sjbcdc.org

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About the School

  • Northwood Cdc in San Jose, CA, serves 83 students in kindergarten within a nonsectarian early childhood program located in an urban community.
  • Founded in 1905, Northwood Cdc is among the oldest private schools in the area, offering instruction exclusively at the kindergarten level.
  • The school has a student–teacher ratio of 83:1 with one teacher providing instruction for all enrolled students.
  • Annual tuition for the kindergarten program is $25,000, which aligns with private school costs in the San Jose area.
  • Northwood Cdc ranks in the top 20% of California private schools for student diversity, with 100% of students identified as students of color.

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School Rankings

Northwood Cdc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color
School History
Oldest founding date
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeNorthwood Cdc
Pre-K78
Kind5
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Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres

Student Body

Total Students
83 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
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Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000) -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northwood Cdc cost?
Northwood Cdc's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Northwood Cdc?
Northwood Cdc famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000).
What is Northwood Cdc's ranking?
Northwood Cdc ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Northwood Cdc?
The application deadline for Northwood Cdc is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Northwood Cdc located?
Northwood Cdc is located in the Central San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in Central San Jose.

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The average private school tuition in San Jose, CA is $23,928 for elementary schools and $29,701 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Jose, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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