Stratford San Jose Middle School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Stratford 草榴社区 Middle School of San Jose is committed to providing quality education for students in 6th to 8th grade in the San Jose, Oster, Valley View-Reed, Cambrian Park, and Robertsville communities and beyond.
Our robust curriculum inspires students to excel in science, art, engineering, language, technology, Spanish, math, music, and more.
Our goal is to provide students with a unique learning experience that they can't get any place else.
Contact us today to see why our WASC-accredited school is a school of choice.
We are located off Branham Lane and Ross Ave, behind Safeway and next to Branham Little League Fields.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 324 students
Yearly Tuition: $28,653
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Stratford San Jose Middle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Stratford San Jose Middle School
5	84
6	85
7	84
8	71

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Year Founded

2005

School Motto

Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)

Student Body

Total Students

324 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

75%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$28,653

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level.

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Computer Science

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtBand

MusicOrchestra

School Notes

Stratford San Jose Middle School provides an unparalleled education where children are inspired to be creative problem solvers, innovators, and confident, compassionate leaders.
Our balanced approach in and out of the classroom ensures both academic success and personal development.
In the classroom, our curriculum intentionally instills STEAM rigor and academic excellence taught in a warm and caring environment.
Arts, music, character development, and physical activity round out the Stratford experience.
In addition to our robust STEAM-infused curriculum, our campus offers a Mandarin Specialty Language option along with Spanish.
Students who attend Stratford Preparatory for High School will be able to continue learning and perfecting their Mandarin language skills until they graduate.
Beyond the classroom, Stratford encourages students to explore their individual passions through enrichment activities such as our after-school clubs and sports.
Our goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges, and our students achieve outstanding results.
Evident at all our schools is the Stratford motto, "Summa spes, summa res," meaning "highest hopes, highest things.".

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sherry Adams - Founder of Stratford School, leading educational innovation since 1999. -

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stratford San Jose Middle School cost?

Stratford San Jose Middle School's tuition is approximately $28,653 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Stratford San Jose Middle School?

Stratford San Jose Middle School famous alumni include: Sherry Adams - Founder of Stratford School, leading educational innovation since 1999..

What sports does Stratford San Jose Middle School offer?

Stratford San Jose Middle School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Stratford San Jose Middle School's ranking?

Stratford San Jose Middle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Stratford San Jose Middle School?

The application deadline for Stratford San Jose Middle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Stratford San Jose Middle School located?

Stratford San Jose Middle School is located in the Rose Sartorette neighborhood of San Jose, CA.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Jose, CA is $23,928 for elementary schools and $29,701 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Jose, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).