Granada Islamic

What Granada Islamic does

Granada Islamic School (GIS) is a private, nonprofit, coeducational K-12 Islamic institution operated by Granada School, Inc. and founded in 1988 by the Muslim Community Association (MCA) in Santa Clara, California. The school serves approximately 490 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, organized into four divisions (Pre-School, Elementary K-5, Middle School 6-8, High School 9-12) on a single campus shared with the MCA. The curriculum is structured as 60% Common Core-aligned academics (English, math, science, social studies), 30% Islamic Education (Quran, Arabic, Islamic Studies), and 10% Enrichment (computer science, PE, art), supported by 41 faculty at a 12:1 student-teacher ratio.

The school's product surface includes four grade-level programs, WASC-accredited academic delivery, competitive athletics (CIF CCS for high school, PLAY United league for younger grades), experiential learning partnerships (Nature Bridge, Close Up Foundation), and student support services including counseling and after-school care (Bamrec). Technology infrastructure is built on standard K-12 edtech: Google Workspace, Infinite Campus SIS, i-Ready diagnostics, Curacubby parent portal, and PowerSchool for enrollment and tuition billing.

Revenue is generated primarily through tuition ($10,245-$17,227 annually depending on grade level and sibling enrollment, with monthly payment plans), supplemented by one-time registration, activity, capital campaign, technology, and PE fees, plus tax-deductible donations via PayPal and GiveButter and external scholarship administration (Basic Fund, Radwan, Talukdar, Salman al-Farsi, Qader, and Orphan scholarships). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer: families submit inquiries through the website, complete an application, sit for K-12 admission testing, and register based on seat availability, with campus tours as the primary conversion event. Marketing relies on the school website, Instagram, Facebook, Linktree, weekly blog/newsletters, community events (STEAM Night, Book Fair, Annual Dinner), parent testimonials, and word of mouth within the Bay Area Muslim community. The school is WASC-accredited through June 30, 2026, and is currently recruiting a new Head of School to lead its next growth phase, supported by an MCA 3.0 campus expansion plan.

Name

Granada Islamic

Legal name

Granada School, Inc.

Website

https://granadaschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Granada Islamic School is a private, nonprofit K-12 Islamic institution in Santa Clara, California, serving approximately 490 students from Pre-K through 12th grade with a curriculum integrating Common Core academics, Islamic education, and enrichment programs, funded primarily through tuition and donations from Bay Area Muslim families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• Private K-12 education
• Islamic school
• Faith-based education
• College preparatory
• STEM education

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Clara

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Annual tuition payments from families for grades K-12 and Pre-K education. Tuition varies by grade level with sibling discounts available for grades K-10.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible donations through PayPal and GiveButter platforms supporting financial aid, expansion, technology, classroom upgrades, and experiential learning programs.
3. Registration and Activity Fees: One-time registration fees, activity fees, capital campaign fees, technology fees, and PE program fees at enrollment.
4. Scholarships and Financial Aid Administration: Distributes scholarship funds from external donors including Basic Fund, Radwan Family, Talukdar Family, Salman al-Farsi, Qader Family, and Orphan scholarships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Granada Islamic School is a private, coeducational Islamic institution that delivers holistic Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade education combining Common Core academic subjects (60% of instructional time), Islamic education including Quran, Arabic, and Islamic Studies (30%), and enrichment subjects such as computer science, physical education, and art (10%). The school operates from a single campus in Santa Clara, California, and is supported by tuition, donations, and external scholarships.

Product overview

Granada Islamic School is a private, coeducational Islamic institution offering a holistic education from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. The school operates as a single unified educational institution with four divisions: Pre-School, Elementary School (K-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12). The academic program consists of three main components: Academic Subjects (English, math, science, social studies based on Common Core Standards), Islamic Education (Quran, Arabic, Islamic Studies), and Enrichment Subjects (computer science, PE, art). Additional services include athletics, counseling, and after-school programs.

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Products and services

• Pre-K through 12th Grade Education Program Comprehensive Islamic and academic education program spanning four divisions (Pre-School, Elementary K-5, Middle School 6-8, and High School 9-12) for approximately 490 students, taught by 41 faculty at a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Families enroll students on an annual tuition basis.
• Granada Eagle Athletics Program School-sponsored athletics program offering Cross Country, Basketball, Track & Field for high school students (CCS CIF) and Soccer, Basketball, and Flag Football for elementary and middle school students through PLAY United Sports League.
• Student Support and Counseling Services School counseling services providing social-emotional learning, character development grounded in Islamic values, behavioral support, and crisis response for Pre-K through 12th grade students.
• Admissions Process Admissions service including online inquiry via PowerSchool, application submission, and admission testing for Kindergarten through Grade 12 applicants (Pre-K has no testing requirement), with registration contingent on seat availability.

Quantifiable outcome

• 490 students currently enrolled from Pre-K to 12th grade
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Muslim Community Association (MCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMCA founded Granada Islamic School in 1988 and continues to house the school on its campus. High School classes take place on the MCA side of the building. The school was established with just 40 students and has grown to serve approximately 490 students. MCA also hosts the Quran room and after-school programs.
• Nature BridgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExperiential learning partner providing field trips for multiple grade levels. 6th graders attend Marin Headlands, 7th and 9th/10th graders go to Yosemite, and 8th graders visit Washington DC through Close Up program.
• Close Up FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWashington DC educational program provider for 8th grade class field trips as part of the experiential learning curriculum.
• Central Coast Section (CCS) of CIFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHigh school athletics program joined CCS of CIF starting 2019/2020 school year, allowing students to compete in official interscholastic sports including Cross Country, Basketball, and Track & Field.
• PLAY United Sports LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerElementary and Middle School sports participation in organized league with three seasons: Soccer (Fall), Basketball (Winter), and Flag Football (Spring).
• Bamrec (Bay Area Muslim Recreation)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAfter-school care provider operating on campus until 5:30pm. Also coordinates with PTO for school events including annual Walk-a-thon (Eagle Run).
• Scholastic Book FairminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual book fair partnership generating over $11K for the school library in 2023.
• Krispy Kreme FundraisingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBack-to-school fundraising campaign where 50%+ of every dozen donuts sold goes back to the school.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Islamic Community School of Ann Arbor: A private Islamic K-8 school in Ann Arbor, MI, providing academically rigorous education within an Islamic environment. Direct comparable in mission and operational model to Granada's lower-school divisions.
• Al-Falah Islamic School: A private Islamic K-12 institution offering a comparable faith-integrated curriculum with emphasis on Arabic, Quran, and college preparation. Direct comparable in business model and educational offering to Granada.
• ILM Academy: Private Islamic K-12 school in New Jersey combining rigorous academic instruction with Islamic education including Quran memorization and Arabic. Comparable mission and integrated curriculum model.
• MCC Academy: Minnesota Cultural Center Academy is a private Islamic K-12 school in Minneapolis founded by the Muslim American Society. Highly comparable as a faith-based Islamic school combining rigorous academics with Quranic and Arabic instruction.
• Noor Academy: Private Islamic K-12 school offering a balanced curriculum of Common Core standards with Quran, Arabic, and Islamic Studies. Comparable faith-based private school operating model.
• Bayan Claremont Islamic School: A private Islamic K-12 school in Claremont, CA serving the Los Angeles Muslim community with a similar faith-based curriculum integrating Islamic Studies and Common Core academics. Comparable in mission, model, and target demographic to Granada.
• Crescent Academy International: Private Islamic K-12 school in Farmington Hills, MI, founded in 1989, offering Common Core academics with integrated Islamic Studies. Comparable in size, age, and integrated faith-based curriculum to Granada.

Broad incumbents

• Challenger School: An established private K-8 school operator with multiple campuses across California and Utah. Comparable as a private independent school in the western US with similar tuition pricing and academic positioning.
• Stratford School: A larger California-based private K-12 school operator with multiple campuses in the Bay Area. Comparable as a private K-12 institution in the same geography, though nonsectarian and serving a broader market.

Emerging players

• Tarbiya Institute: An emerging online Islamic education platform serving Muslim families with supplemental K-12 and adult learning content. Represents a potential competitive threat or partnership opportunity as digital Islamic education grows.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Granada.Islamic.School
• Instagraminstagram.com/granadaschool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/granada-islamic-school

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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