Our Mission & History
A community where faith is nurtured, knowledge is cultivated, and always in the service of others.
A community where faith is nurtured, knowledge is cultivated, and always in the service of others.
At Saint Patrick School, we prioritize the communication and collaboration of the family and school. Through this special partnership, we work together and achieve the best outcomes for our students. There are several tools below that help to facilitate. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the Office at 408-283-5858.
We are glad you are interested in having your child attend Saint Patrick School. The following is a guide for our admission process. If you have questions or concerns anytime during this process, please call the School Office at 408-283-5858.
We are a Cathoilc school in downtown San Jose, serving elementary and junior high students in Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade. Inspired by the Vincentian spirit and the charism of the Daughters of Charity, we are a community where faith is nurtured, knowledge is cultivated, and always in the service of others.
We believe that all students learn and will learn, and meet standard expectations in all subject areas through effective core instructional methodologies and use of data that inform instruction to increase student achievement and learning.
In partnership with our families, who we recognize as the students’ primary educators, we are transforming students into life-long learners, inspiring service to others, and forming compassionate and effective leaders.
St. Patrick's has definitely lived up to my expectations for my daughter's education. This will be our fourth year at St Patrick's! My daughter is currently two grade levels above... read more her grade level in reading and writing, and there is no doubt in my mind that the teachers and faculty have played a huge role in getting her this far! Every single faculty member puts in 100% at this school. Not only has my daughter progressed in her education here at St. Patrick's, but she has also learned immensely about the Catholic Faith. And I couldn't be any more thankful
St. Patrick School cares so much for the well being of their students. We are extremely satisfied with the progress of our son both academically, spiritually and morally. We found... read more partner parents in this school through faculty members and staff. My son feels that St. Patrick school is his second home. We also appreciate the efforts they put together to make distance learning possible.
I am a mother of 2 children who currently attend St. Patrick School. My children have only been enrolled at St. Patrick for a few months and I am extremely... read more satisfied with the positive impact the school has had on my children. The school lives up to its mission statement to focus and provide a "strong academic, spiritual and moral foundation in a safe and nurturing environment..." In addition, and equally as important to me, is the school's mission to "...celebrate its diversity." And that it does. St. Patrick School has already begun to nurture my children's academic progress. The principal, Ms. Olga, recently mandated my daughter to tutoring which is offered at the school (the choice was also offered to obtain my own tutoring for my daughter). My daughter came home relieved and ecstatic about tutoring. She explained to me that "tutoring is fun and they help me so much! Mom, I want to go to tutoring everyday." This has helped me as well as my daughter's homework is complete when we get home. Every experience will be different - as different as every child. However, St. Patrick unites all the experiences via its celebration of diversity and continued respect for the reality of our changing communities. The school ensures an awareness within your child that you just cannot find in a public education. This, I believe, will offer a more profound foundation for my children in a complex ever-changing world. The education here is worth it on multiple levels. If you value the concepts and beliefs that comprise this school's mission - you'll appreciate St. Patrick. #happymotherandhappierkids
I'm so pleased with the faith based education my son is receiving. He is now in 1st grade but has been attending since TK. I am looking forward to enrolling... read more my younger son who will be staring TK in the Fall. As Alumni of St Patrick School, it is great seeing familiar faces and knowing my kids will be receiving the same level of education I did.
This is the best school ever. They have great qualified teachers. The principal can really be helpful for familys in financial situation. The blended learning is a great idea which... read more seems to work. Sad to see some of the teachers leaving. Wish the best of luck!
As a mother of four kids who have attended St. Patrick from kindergarten, two have graduated and the third will graduate this year and like her siblings will continue their... read more education at St Francis High School. I recommend that you consider St. Patrick's school as an option for the education of your children since in my experience, the education they have received has been excellent and not only academic but also spiritual and especially in these difficult times that we are living with the lockdown and closing of schools. I am so thankful that St. Patrick's students have been able to continue their online education and continue their almost regular learning schedule and talk every day with their teachers and classmates and we as parents can work together with teachers and with the principal, who always make sure students are making the most of their online education and contact us if necessary. For all this and much more, I give the education offered by the St. Patrick's School five stars.
15 years ago, I started my first day here at St. Patrick's. I was one of three children of a single working mother who didn't have the funds to send... read more us to a great school but also didn't want us to have a shoddy education through the San Jose public school experience. This school was pretty much perfect for her - you could work off the tuition as a parent by working hours with the school and my siblings and I were able to have a relatively low teacher-student ratio which is pretty much impossible in public schools. The best thing about this school, for parents, is that they become a part of the school experience for the kids.
My experience here was definitely unique. My fondest memory of this school was actually before I started school at St. Patrick's. I was just dropping in for a day in first grade to see if I would want to switch to this school the next academic year and that was one of the best experiences of my life. I made so many friends that day and when I left to go home, I remember those other first graders that one day just telling me, "I can't wait to see you next year!" Needless to say, I went home to tell my mom, "I want to go to St. Patrick's!" Maybe my nostalgia is fogging my memory a bit, but I had a pretty fun experience with this school.
I won't lie and say I had the best or the worst teachers. I didn't have a perfect education, but who does? If you're a parent in a situation like my mom was 15 years ago, I can tell you that this is one of the best options out there.
My mother in law recommended me this school.
I thought I would not be able to afford to have my daughter attend Saint Patrick School but I was so happy... read more to learn that they have financial aid for parents with low income. This is the 2nd year for my daughter who's now in the 1st grade. The teachers are very experienced and cares for each students. I love the way they interact with them in the class. And the staff members are very helpful and friendly. My daughter loves her school so I couldn't be happier.
The school is a bit hidden but i wouldn't have it any other way. I love that the school is always organized and willing to accept feedback from parents. Both... read more my daughters attend St Patricks and they love it. When my son is 4 he will be attending here as well.