The Discovery Center School

1442 Fulton Avenue, Upstairs, San Francisco, CA, 94117-0941
Tel: (415)724-7458
Grades: PK - 12 | n/a
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The Discovery Center School, based in San Francisco since 1970, offers college preparatory instruction to grades kindergarten through high school graduation. Remediation and tutoring are also available. Boarding is available, off campus. The school is friendly, safe, academic and affordable. Regular field trips and activities are offered for academic and cultural enrichment. Student body is small and students receive lots of individual attention. Qualified, caring teachers prepare each student for success. 94% of our graduates continue on to the best schools, colleges, and universities.

School Overview:
The Discovery Center School
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Learning Programs Supported Although this is a college preparatory school, tutoring and semi-tutoring are offered to insure success.
Year Founded 1970
Student Body
Total Students n/a
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 10% (CA School Avg.: 40%)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 2 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 85%
Average Class Size 10 students
Number of AP Courses 4 courses
Advanced Courses
World History Math
Physics U. S. History
English
Average SAT score 580
Average ACT score 560
Classroom dress code Casual
(Practical, no symbols)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $9,000
Tuition Notes Affordable: Sliding scale. Family rates. We make an effort to work within the family\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s budget. We offer the Rula L. Rasmusson Trust Fund scholarship to help pay tuition, if needed.
% on Financial Aid 15%
Average Financial Aid Grant $4,000
Acceptance Rate 94%
Admissions Director Jan Taylor
Admissions Associate Jan Taylor
Sports
Total Sports Offered 4 sports
Sports
Badminton Basketball
Paddle Tennis Tennis

School Notes:

    • College Preparatory 
    • Affordable
    • Safe and Caring 
    • Boarding Available off campus
    • Individualized Instuction
    • Small class size
    • Academics in the morning
    • Activities, such as martial arts, computers, art, animation, etc., in the afternoon
    • Help with homework
    • Extended care, 7:15 AM to 6:PM

    Profile last updated: 11/25/2011

Nearby Schools:

The Discovery Center School
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Chinese American International School
Gr. PK-8 | 0.1 mi. away
French-american Internationl School-san Francisco
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-12 | 0.3 mi. away
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Gr. 9-12 | 0.3 mi. away
De Marillac Academy
Gr. 5-9 | 0.4 mi. away
Montessori House Of Children
Gr. K-2 | 0.4 mi. away

View all schools in: San Francisco, San Francisco County, Zip 94117

School Reviews:

  • Recommended August 20,2012 - I have found so many conflicting reports about this school. It is a wonderful school and I have found the teachers and students to be exceptional. The programs are of the highest standards and the flexibility offers windows for imagination and creativity. I would recommend this school to everyone!*-Posted by Student/Alumni *
  • Recommended August 20,2012 - WOW can I tell you I have not been so excited to teach in a school for a long time! I love how this school is run and how much fun the kids have by both hands on and studies. Jan Taylor is a wonderful teach and I am priveledged to come on board!*-Posted by Teacher *
  • Recommended August 20,2012 - Hi, This small college preparatory independent private school is for kindergarten through twelfth grade. It''s academic, fun and affordable. Graduates continue on to the best schools and universities. DCS has on-going enrollment. It cares for each student as an individual while keeping the goals and standards set high. (Entrance to the University of California is used to set the standard.) Help the school grow. Enroll now! Jan*-Posted by Administrator *

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