The Harker School is one of the nation’s top college prep schools for offering students in kindergarten-grade 12 a high-quality, well-rounded and world-class education.
About Us
The Harker School is a private 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, with dedicated campuses in San Jose for each of its three divisions: lower school, middle school and upper school.
The Harker School: A World-Class Education for Tomorrow’s Leaders
The Harker School is one of the nation’s top schools for high-quality, well-rounded education to students in kindergarten through grade 12.
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:
Learn more about academics and our full array of programs offered at the following:
Our Philosophy, Mission and History
At Harker, we celebrate our century-old history and tradition of developing lifelong learners, well-rounded global citizens and kind, respectful individuals. Learn more:
Harker remains the most significant professional and personal influence on me. Harker provided me with the study skills to succeed in school, and more important, the ethics and values to succeed in life.
John Owen ’85, judge, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Facts, Stats & Resources
Our students, teachers and facilities continue to earn awards and recognition for achievements that inspire learning here at Harker and beyond. Read more:
Events & Calendar
We host a variety of events for students, parents, alumni, donors and community members to connect and celebrate our traditions and common mission.
Careers
We are always looking to add talented, qualified and inspired individuals to our Harker team.