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Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1983
Student Body
Total Students
349 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 新しい生活は、三育から始まる。
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School's ranking?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School 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 Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School?
The application deadline for Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School located?
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School is located in the Rogers neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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