Spectrum Center School believes that all students can succeed academically, behaviorally and socially.
The ultimate goal is to facilitate students' successful transition back into public schools or into adult life after high school completion.
Spectrum engages students in functional age-appropriate activities, uses positive reinforcement and interventions for social skills development, and develops an individual transition plan for all students.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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 Spectrum Center-san Jose?
The application deadline for Spectrum Center-san Jose is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Spectrum Center-san Jose located?
Spectrum Center-san Jose is located in the Hidden Glen South neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Spectrum Center-san Jose is Apostles Lutheran School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Action Day Schools - Allen (0.8 miles away)
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Quick Facts
5828 Santa Teresa Blvd
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 578-4800
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 578-4800
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 236 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Action Day Schools - Allen![Action Day Schools - Allen Photo]( "Action Day Schools - Allen Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
5845 Allen Ave
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 549-2036
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 549-2036
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-K | 365 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
6835 Trinidad Drive
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-0424
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-0424
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Legacy Christian School![Legacy Christian School Photo]( "Legacy Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
420 Allegan Circle
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 225-5976
San Jose, CA 95123
(408) 225-5976
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 278 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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