St. Patrick School

Our mission at St. Patrick School is to build a community of learners in a Christian environment.
We educate students spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to become citizens of our changing world.
We come in the name of the Catholic Church and are dedicated to proclaim the Gospel through prayer, community and service.
As women and men of faith we endeavor to minister in a spirit of peace and justice.
We minister in a way that awakens each learner to their unique gifts and calls them to be responsible to the community and respectful of the earth and its resources.
With a spirit of unity and openness to diversity we receive and learn from others.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 237 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1925

Student Body

Total Students
237 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Patrick School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Homework Club, Honor Choir, Lego Robotics, Piano Class, Spanish Class, Sports Program, The Tech Challenge

School Notes

  • Our mission at St. Patrick School is to build a community of learners in a Christian environment. We educate students spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to become citizens of our changing world. We come in the name of the Catholic Church and are dedicated to proclaim the Gospel through prayer, community and service. As women and men of faith we endeavor to minister in a spirit of peace and justice. We minister in a way that awakens each learner to their unique gifts and calls them to be responsible to the community and respectful of the earth and its resources. With a spirit of unity and openness to diversity we receive and learn from others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Patrick School cost?
St. Patrick School's tuition is approximately $4,900 for private students.
What is St. Patrick School's ranking?
St. Patrick School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick School?
The application deadline for St. Patrick School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Patrick School located?
St. Patrick School 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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 237 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,900
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in San Jose, CA is $22,534 for elementary schools and $25,953 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Jose, CA is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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