Esther B Clark School鈥揝outh Bay is a nonsectarian special education school in San Jose, California, serving grades 3 through 10 with a total enrollment of 51 students.
The school operates in a large city setting and maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 10:1 with five full鈥搕ime teachers.
Approximately 41% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in this San Jose private school community.
Esther B Clark School is one of several special education providers in the San Jose area, positioned alongside other city鈥揵ased programs serving various grade ranges.
This California special education school offers a focused option for families seeking co鈥揺d education for upper elementary through early high school grades.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-10
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
51 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Esther B Clark School - South Bay?
The application deadline for Esther B Clark School - South Bay is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Esther B Clark School - South Bay is Morgan Autism Center (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Pacific Autism Center For Education-sunny Days (0.1 miles away)
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