Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School

Trust Montessori School's mission is to nurture and preserve each child's natural curiosity for learning.
We encourage children to develop academic, physical, social and life skills in an environment of mutual respect.
The school is committed to serving a community of children and families from diverse backgrounds.
We use parent-teacher conferences to disseminate information about Montessori philosophy and methodology.

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Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

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
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School Student 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
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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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The average private school tuition in San Jose, CA is $22,473 for elementary schools and $27,800 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Jose, CA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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