Attending Bernal Intermediate School sometimes feels less like going to school and more like…read moreparticipating in a daily test of endurance. From the moment you walk onto campus, the atmosphere can feel chaotic and exhausting. The hallways flood with crowds of students trying to get to class before the bell, turning something as simple as walking down the hall into what feels like navigating rush-hour traffic. The classrooms often feel outdated and uncomfortable, with harsh fluorescent lights and desks that seem designed to make every minute stretch on forever. The bell schedule marches forward with no mercy, and by the middle of the day it can feel like time itself has slowed down. Lunch is another adventure entirely. The cafeteria can be crowded and loud, and the food sometimes leaves a lot to be desired. Many students end up wondering whether it's better to eat quickly or just wait until they get home. On top of all that, the overall environment can feel stressful, with constant noise, drama, and pressure that makes the day feel longer than it should. By the time the final bell rings, many students leave campus feeling less like they've had a productive day of learning and more like they've survived a very long one. If school is supposed to be a place that inspires curiosity and excitement, this experience unfortunately feels more like the opposite. Hopefully improvements can be made in the future so students can actually enjoy their time here instead of simply counting down the minutes until the day ends.

Our staff is amazing! Bronco Baristas's deliver! At least…read morefour times a year they bring us coffee and donuts to let us know how much we're appreciated!

Really nice school I went here all four years class of 2013! It's not open campus. Some teachers…read morewere lame but most were not so check rate my professor. Getting out of the student parking lot was sometimes kind of hard. The football games are all played at live oak because we're not allowed to put up lights. The bathrooms are really nasty.... the library needs more books. There's alot of gum on the ground. They need more techanical/career training classes. They need more counselors and or advisors. There's a cranky lady that works the reception desk at the counseling office lol. they got rid of the best XC coach this school ever had. The boys locker rooms are really nasty. Don't swim during the swimming part of PE it's a big hassle. There's alot of clubs but u can always start one. There's a very strong attitude about doing well here. You will see it in alot of kids and every teacher. They have a good after school program with tutors if your struggling. There's a big amount of support coming from everybody. It's a great school and I enjoyed my time here and I'm glad I was able to come here.

I went to this school for four years and graduated in 2017. I had a lot of teachers that I really…read moreenjoyed and I met some of my best friends at the school. However I gave the school one star because of the faculty and administrators. I was bullied throughout my time at Ann Sobrato High School. One specific incident happened during my senior year where an unknown student wrote my full name and phone number and a horrible note about me on the cement wall in the quad. When me and my mom went to administration about it nothing was done. We specifically talked to Mr. Miller. There was absolutely nothing done about this. A couple weeks later when I went to him to ask if he had found who did it he told me that the surveillance footage had deleted itself. I did not feel safe at this school. I'm feeling the urge to write this today because I just recently returned to Sobrato to get my transcripts. In the Counceling Center a man waited about five minutes before approaching me, when he did he was extremely condescending. Even now as an adult I was treated poorly by the administration at Ann Sobrato High School. Walking out I saw a sign that said "no bullying zone" which is laughable. If you send your child here please compensate for the schools lack of care for your child and their mental health.

Nice campus Clean and lots of activities including the…read moretrack invitationals of which we attend! Super pretty part of Camden avenue!

DO NOT ATTEND IF YOU CAN. Deeply disappointing experience that the teaching staff, administration,…read moreand students all played a role in. The pre-pandemic experience was good but the post-pandemic experience was extremely poor. Was physically assaulted on the basis of my sexuality and administration had asked me to be as quiet about the situation to avoid controversy. Administration would constantly bother students over extremely minor things such as completing work outside during the tutorial period or sitting in a car during the lunch or snack break. (I have heard the micromanaging has gotten significantly worse after I left.) Teachers are generally mediocre or genuinely uninterested in teaching; I was interested in pursuing computer science but I found that to be challenging since in my introductory computer science course, my computer science teacher would only teach for 15 minutes during two hour block periods before spending the rest of the time playing computer games. Felt extremely uncomfortable when a teacher seemingly accidentally made a joke calling a dark-skinned student "three-fifths of a student." One teacher has had a history of predatory behavior to young women, even minors, but still continues to teach. Student culture is also poor. Being around these students will motivate you to be successful as they are very driven but there is a toxic competitive culture where students feel like they need to one-up each other in order to succeed. Lots of explicit racism towards black and hispanic people (if you are part of these demographics I highly suggest not coming here) and undertones of racism as some students only prefer being close to students of their own ethnicity / race. Leland comparatively has significantly less resources to other high schools in the area of similar academic caliber. Affluent & competitive students use outside resources such as expensive tutoring services and college counseling to fulfill their academic goals, creating a gap between students who are able to and actively use these resources and students who don't (important to consider as in the college application process, you directly compete with these students.) Leland may or may not be a place where you can succeed and thrive depending on the type of person you are. However, it will likely not be a space where you feel happy or comfortable if you do not conform to the dominant demographics of the school. If you are a parent looking to buy or rent a home in this area with the allure of the "great schools nearby" I strongly suggest you look elsewhere.

I loved high school, it was one of the most memorable periods of my life because I made great…read morefriends who I still talk to today, the activities that this school puts were great, and from my experience there wasn't an obvious sense of social stratification, ... though people did hang out in certain groups/cliques but this school was so diverse that you could make friends with anybody from a wide range of backgrounds. I was part of the thunderously hip Japanese Program, I took part in F.A.N.T.A.S.T.I.C.S., homecoming, I wish I had joined some clubs but I made a great group of friends, and that's the greatest accomplishment one could ask for. I don't know which teachers are still teaching. But Okuda was awesome, Cervantes was knowledgeable, Hall was scary at times but definitely a GREAT teacher. This school was awesome and I really miss high school bc of how fun it was for me. So if you want to make your HS years memorable, MAKE IT memorable :) Make the best out of it.

i don't go to this school but i came for a track meet and their team is on par. can't help but…read moreadmire this sunset JUST LOOK! it was their senior night too

We are so grateful for the incredible teachers in Junior Kindergarten Room 23 at Oakwood School --…read moreMiss Kaelie, Miss Tammy, and Miss Jessica. The support, kindness, patience, and genuine care they show their students truly goes such a long way. Over the past year, we have watched our daughter completely transform into a confident, curious, and bright little girl since starting in Room 23. Miss Kaelie is an especially kind and passionate teacher who truly uplifts her students and helps bring out their potential. Our daughter has learned so much this year and has absolutely blossomed both academically and emotionally. We cannot say enough wonderful things about the teachers in this classroom. They are always positive, encouraging, and focused on helping their students grow and succeed. We are incredibly thankful for the impact they have had on our child and our family.

As a proud parent to two Oakwood students (one in middle school and the other in high school), I…read morehave been very pleased with the school and how my children have developed, both academically and socially. It's great to see how involved the teachers and administrators are in ensuring every child on campus is getting the attention they need to be successful. I would highly recommend this school to new families to come check out for themselves and see what makes this place special.

I have to be honest. I didn't had the best start at ST. As with SJSU, I won't review the…read moreenvironment. So I just list the pros and cons. Pros: - Teachers that really helped through this high school were Ms. Rice, Mr. O'brien, Mr. Shank, Ms. Martinson, and Ms. Milner (who doesn't work here anymore). - The Key club, Anime club, Interact Club, and Camp Everytown club were very welcoming. - I was able to take a school bus to the high school from where I live. Only for students with disabilities though. Cons: - The counseling was horrible. They had me started in both ESL and Special Ed courses for my first year, which I felt that I did not really need to be in. This made me behind a year from my class. Also, they made it hard for me to switch around my classes. - I couldn't take enrichment for some of my courses during the summer because they were not offered due to the budget cuts. Community college was the only option. - Writing Tutoring was hard to come by. - Math Tutoring was only available on certain days when the teacher was available. - The library was often close. So I had to study in one of my teachers' classrooms. - Having your ID out on your neck was mandatory. - The alternate schedules where you didn't know when you are going to have a certain class during that day. Overall, it was a okay school. I only made connections with a few people after the 2009 graduation.

If I could give it zero stars I would. While I was there the school would call my house EVERYDAY…read moresaying I wasn't in one or more classes BUT I WAS and so I got yelled at every single day because of their lack of paying attention.

Overall, I like BHM. There is great cultural diversity. My kids like school and I think BHM is the…read moregreat place to get my kids prepare for Leland High - one of the most competitive High Schools in San Jose as well as the most academically strong school in this Almaden area including Cambrian. One thing I like most about BHM is their location, which is isolated from any possible distractions. The environment near the school is really safe. I will definitely recommend BHM and Leland High for the parents who plan to move to Almaden. You should check Niche.com for school rate, then you will get my point.

I got a bad grade and I angry :( I don't like how we don't have any lockers and that kinda makes my…read moreback hurt and makes my hip hurt a lot!

In today's world, with so much hate, the last thing we need is actively teaching hate at school!…read moreValley Christian Junior High School is one of the only religious schools that is not open to the LGBTQ+ community. Parents have been reminding them that Jesus loves EVERYONE for several years, but the administrators will not listen. They actively teach that being gay or trans is wrong, making some students feel that their very existence is wrong. How can kids learn, when they are made to feel that way? You might think, "well, I can just teach my children that that being gay is OK. That's what our family believes." Well, it is not that easy. Kids walk away with a bias against LGBTQ+ people. Some boys there call some kids "tranny" and "gay" as an insult, followed by "I'm going to kick your ass after school." Sadly, the high school principal says that his school takes the same stance as the middle school. I have been thinking about how to phrase this post for a long time, because the school's stance hurts us deeply, as people who believe in God. If you switch to a public school, you will likely be behind in math and have to play catch up. So, you can get excellent grades and meet some good friends, but you will likely fall behind in math, and feel miserable about school. You have to be a very specific type of person with a narrow view to feel accepted and happy at Valley. During these very formative middle school years, is this what you want your child to walk away with?

If you are planning an event in the San Jose area and need a good location the Conservatory at…read moreValley Christian is a great option. It has lots of room, great views, and is really affordable. There is so much you can do with this space that it could really fit the needs for most parties, events.