The Harker School

The Harker School is a K-12, coeducational, private, non-profit school in Silicon Valley that has earned international recognition for its top academics, quality teachers and student achievements. Founded in 1893 and educating 2,040 students, Harker is the largest independent school of its kind in California. We have a beautiful, expansive campus specifically designed for each of our three divisions - lower, middle and upper - where our students enjoy outstanding facilities, leading-edge technology and inspiring faculty who help them become the best they can be.

Harker students receive a well-rounded education grounded in academics, enriching extracurricular activities and clubs, team-building athletics and an unwavering emphasis on character development that attracts college acceptances from top universities across the country. And, most importantly, students develop a lifelong passion for learning. Why families choose Harker:

• Leading academics: We offer an exceptional academic program characterized by an innovative, challenging curriculum.
• Robust programs and extracurricular activities: Our global learning opportunities, competitive sports teams and rich, varied student clubs inspire our students to reach their full potential.
• Experienced teachers: Our teaching team is the cornerstone of a Harker education. With a passion for their craft, their goal is your child’s success.
• Outstanding facilities: Our students enjoy fully equipped facilities with leading-edge technology to support dynamic, experiential learning inside the classroom and outdoors.

With a deep commitment to academic excellence, personal integrity and making the world a better place, the school and its families are partners in helping students achieve their highest potential by maintaining an inspiring, supportive and inclusive community. We are honored to have guided the young minds of our talented students since 1893.

Beyond our students, we are committed to developing strong relationships with students’ families, supporting our teachers’ professional development and creating an inspired learning environment.

• Students and families: Harker students and families embrace learning, take challenges and live as caring, compassionate people.
• Teachers: Our teachers are experts in their fields, passionate about working with children and go the extra mile to give their students a world-class education.
• Curriculum: We tailor our students’ academic placement so they enjoy an education that meets their individual needs. Beyond academics, we offer wide-ranging electives, programs and extracurricular activities. With this complete experience, students are able to explore their interests and pursue their passions.
• Inspired learning environment: Our motivated students, dynamic teachers, supportive staff, engaging academics and outstanding facilities come together to create one of our greatest joys – a learning environment that inspires inquiry, collaboration and fun.

Middle School
3800 Blackford Ave., San Jose, CA 95117
Phone: +1 408 2482510

Lower School
4300 Bucknall Rd., San Jose, CA 95130
Phone: +1 408 8714600