Beacon School provides a therapeutic educational setting designed to meet the needs of special education students.
Beacon School provides a safe supportive environment that will help each student to develop independent living skills, academic achievement consistent with his or her potential, and the opportunity to gain sufficient maturity and judgment to be successful in daily living.
A full curriculum is offered for students grades six through twelve and all students are required to participate in prevocational and independent living skills course.
Beacon also offers an extensive elective course opportunity including woodshop, art, drama, guitar and percussion lessons, and practical cooking skills.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Beacon School?
The application deadline for Beacon School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Beacon School located?
Beacon School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 13 other private schools located in South San Jose.
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School Reviews
5 7/24/2015
ONE OF THE BEST, I"ve been to class of 1981,82,83,84,85,86. I miss you all. And, thanks. For everything.
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