Trust Montessori School in San Jose, CA, serves 39 students from kindergarten through 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based Montessori program.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with a total of three teachers supporting all grade levels.
The student body is 100 percent students of color, reflecting a high level of diversity among private schools in the area.
Trust Montessori School is located in a large city community and offers co–educational programs focused on early elementary education.
Tuition data is not specified, but the school serves a relatively small enrollment compared to nearby San Jose private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Trust Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Trust Montessori School?
The application deadline for Trust Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Trust Montessori School is Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Challenger School - Strawberry Park (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School
Special Program Emphasis (Seventh Day Adventist)
4660 Eastus Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 378-8190
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 378-8190
0.1 miles
Gr: K-9 | 349 students
730 Camina Escuela
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 213-0083
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 213-0083
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-8
5000 Mitty Way
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-6610
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-6610
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,752 students Tuition listed
Queen Of Apostles School
(Catholic)
4950 Mitty Way
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-3659
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-3659
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
801 Hibiscus Lane
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 774-4636
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 774-4636
0.8 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 103 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School
Special Program Emphasis (Seventh Day Adventist)
4660 Eastus Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 378-8190
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 378-8190
0.1 miles
Gr: K-9 | 349 students
5000 Mitty Way
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-6610
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-6610
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,752 students Tuition listed
801 Hibiscus Lane, James Phelan Bldg B
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 320-1958
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 320-1958
0.9 miles
Gr: K-10 | 71 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
3800 Blackford Avenue
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 521-1170
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 521-1170
1 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 820 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
500 Saratoga Ave
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 345-9207
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 345-9207
1.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 798 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Saniku Gakuin Santa Clara Japanese School
Special Program Emphasis (Seventh Day Adventist)
4660 Eastus Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 378-8190
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 378-8190
0.1 miles
Gr: K-9 | 349 students
730 Camina Escuela
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 213-0083
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 213-0083
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-8
Queen Of Apostles School
(Catholic)
4950 Mitty Way
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-3659
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-3659
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
801 Hibiscus Lane
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 774-4636
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 774-4636
0.8 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 103 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
As-safa Academy
(Islamic)
1631 Peregrino Way
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 320-1958
San Jose, CA 95125
(408) 320-1958
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 20 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
730 Camina Escuela
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 213-0083
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 213-0083
0.5 miles
Gr: NS-8
Queen Of Apostles School
(Catholic)
4950 Mitty Way
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-3659
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-3659
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Starbright School ![Starbright School Photo - Starbright School -- San Jose Campus]( "Starbright School Photo - Starbright School -- San Jose Campus")
Daycare / Preschool
4645 Albany Drive
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 374-4020
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 374-4020
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-K Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3500 Amber Dr
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 248-2464
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 248-2464
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 551 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
1980 Hamilton Ave
Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 370-7600
Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 370-7600
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 226 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Easterbrook Discovery
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4835 Doyle Rd.
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 874-3500
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 874-3500
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 952 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5050 Moorpark Ave.
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-0303
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 252-0303
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Country Lane Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5140 Country Ln.
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 874-3400
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 874-3400
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Discovery Charter
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4021 Teale Ave.
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 243-9800
San Jose, CA 95117
(408) 243-9800
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 555 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Discovery Charter Ii
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
762 Sunset Glen Dr.
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 300-1358
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 300-1358
0.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 476 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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