Saratoga
- Suburb of San Jose, CA
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Saratoga
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Suburb of San Jose, CA
- Rating 4.31 out of 5 61 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade A+
- Crime & Safetygrade B minus
- Housinggrade C
- Nightlifegrade A minus
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Jobsgrade B+
- Weathergrade A
- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Health & Fitnessgrade A+
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A
- Commutegrade B minus
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Median Home Value
$2,000,001
National
$229,800Median Rent
$3,339
National
$1,096Area Feel
Sparse Suburban
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade B minus
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault43.1national 282.7
- Murder3.3national 6.1
- Rape6.6national 40.7
- Robbery6.6national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary222.1national 500.1
- Theft411.1national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft82.9national 284
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Working in Saratoga
Jobs
grade B+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$201,046
National
$64,994Places to Work in Saratoga
Top Public Schools Serving Saratoga
- grade A+
Saratoga High School
- Rating 3.91 out of 5 210 reviews
- grade A+
Lynbrook High School
- Rating 3.78 out of 5 488 reviews
- grade A+
University Preparatory Academy Charter School
- Rating 3.82 out of 5 184 reviews
- grade A+
Monta Vista High School
- Rating 3.42 out of 5 403 reviews
- grade A+
Los Gatos High School
- Rating 4.05 out of 5 257 reviews
Top Private Schools Near Saratoga
- grade A+
Castilleja School
- Rating 4.39 out of 5 57 reviews
- grade A+
The Harker School
- Rating 4.38 out of 5 160 reviews
- grade A+
BASIS Independent Silicon Valley
- Rating 3.83 out of 5 95 reviews
- grade A+
Khan Lab School
- Rating 5 out of 5 26 reviews
- grade A+
Pinewood School - Upper Campus
- Rating 4.14 out of 5 29 reviews
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Saratoga is like a bubble. Inside this bubble is a picturesque, wealthy, and highly educated community. While my school community is extremely competitive, this urges me to improve from my past mistakes and build upon my achievements. Saratoga is also an accepting community in which those of different backgrounds are kindly welcomed.
But, the bubble of Saratoga has its negatives. People are too much attached to material items like their electronic devices. This is a result of the fact that many people fail to pay attention to what is going on outside of the bubble. Life inside the bubble is seemingly perfect, so widespread struggles, like financial instability, that are not too prevalent inside of the bubble are often ignored. This contributes to an overall self-centered view of life.
But, crime is uncommon in this city, so I feel safe here. Mountains surround this city, so I am connected to nature here. Silence runs throughout this city, so I am at peace here. Saratoga is my home.
But, the bubble of Saratoga has its negatives. People are too much attached to material items like their electronic devices. This is a result of the fact that many people fail to pay attention to what is going on outside of the bubble. Life inside the bubble is seemingly perfect, so widespread struggles, like financial instability, that are not too prevalent inside of the bubble are often ignored. This contributes to an overall self-centered view of life.
But, crime is uncommon in this city, so I feel safe here. Mountains surround this city, so I am connected to nature here. Silence runs throughout this city, so I am at peace here. Saratoga is my home.
Saratoga is a small town best known for its rigorous public high school, its safety, and its location, making it a well-regarded option for those with kids and who commute to either city. The extreme property values (even by Bay Area standards) mean that the atmosphere is usually quiet to the point of stagnancy(e.g. businesses close early and often last only a few years, few active community centers or entertainment venues, etc). Few residents are in the 20s-30s age range and instead tend to be either kids attending local schools, their parents, or elderly and living in a retirement home.
However, being able to drive to San Jose, San Francisco, or Santa Cruz all within a half hour does a lot to make up for any missing atmosphere; students regularly meet up in neighboring Cupertino or Los Gatos to get drinks or hang out. My personal favorite part of living in Saratoga are the county parks nearby, featuring redwood forests, chaparrals, and more with great accompanying trails.
However, being able to drive to San Jose, San Francisco, or Santa Cruz all within a half hour does a lot to make up for any missing atmosphere; students regularly meet up in neighboring Cupertino or Los Gatos to get drinks or hang out. My personal favorite part of living in Saratoga are the county parks nearby, featuring redwood forests, chaparrals, and more with great accompanying trails.
I loved living in this small community where everyone really feels connected. Necessities are around a 10 min drive nearby to a small mall which is very convenient. However housing is extremely overpriced as the public school Saratoga High School holds a very high standard. That being said, the high school is very good for students and is a relatively small school compared to Cupertino schools, intertwining students.