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Achievekids

1212 Mcginness Ave San Jose, CA 95127
Tel: (408) 928-5777

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • For almost 50 years Achieve Kids has offered a place where acceptance is the key to being welcomed into the community.
  • We acknowledge it is not always easy, but we know that today's difficulties are tomorrow's opportunities for success.
  • This philosophy allows students to slowly build their self-esteem and learn to take chances.
  • Trying leads to success and success leads to hope for a future of inclusion.
  • Achieve Kids vision is for every child to achieve the maximum possible self-reliance and have the best possible quality of life in our community, and for their families to have confidence in their future.
  • We provide special education and mental health services to children who have developmental, emotional and severe behavioral problems, and support for their families.
  • We do this through our non-public school campuses, after-school outpatient mental health clinics, and partnerships within public school special education classes.
  • Our programs are distinguished by our creative use of a wide variety of resources to meet the individual needs of each child and family.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 40 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Special Education School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeAchievekids
13
21
33
41
64
73
95
102
112
124
Ungraded12
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Year Founded
1960
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Student Body

Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
70%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association of Laboratory Schools (NALS)

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Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • For almost 50 years Achieve Kids has offered a place where acceptance is the key to being welcomed into the community. We acknowledge it is not always easy, but we know that today's difficulties are tomorrow's opportunities for success. This philosophy allows students to slowly build their self-esteem and learn to take chances. Trying leads to success and success leads to hope for a future of inclusion. Achieve Kids vision is for every child to achieve the maximum possible self-reliance and have the best possible quality of life in our community, and for their families to have confidence in their future. We provide special education and mental health services to children who have developmental, emotional and severe behavioral problems, and support for their families. We do this through our non-public school campuses, after-school outpatient mental health clinics, and partnerships within public school special education classes. Our programs are distinguished by our creative use of a wide variety of resources to meet the individual needs of each child and family.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Achievekids?
The application deadline for Achievekids is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Achievekids located?
Achievekids is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other private schools located in Alum Rock.

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