San Francisco University High School

3065 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA, 94115-0941
Tel: (415)447-3100
Grades: 9 - 12 | 403 students
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San Francisco University High School, established in 1973, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent secondary school for grades nine through twelve. University High School welcomes students of demonstrated motivation and ability to engage in an education that fosters responsibility and the spirited pursuit of knowledge. We are a school where adults believe in the promise of every student, and together we work to build and sustain a community of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. UHS challenges each individual to live a life of integrity, inquiry, and purpose larger than the self.

School Overview:
San Francisco University High School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded 1973
Student Body
Total Students 403 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 66% (CA School Avg.: 44%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 54 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 15 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Average SAT score 2078
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 14
Yearly Tuition Cost $31,500
% on Financial Aid 24%
Admissions Director Karen Kindler
Sports
Total Sports Offered 14 sports
Sports
Badminton Baseball
Basketball Cross Country
Fencing Field Hockey
Golf Lacrosse
Soccer Softball
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball

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Nearby Schools:

San Francisco University High School
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
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Gr. 9-12 | 0.3 mi. away
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Gr. K-8 | 0.3 mi. away
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Gr. K-9 | 0.3 mi. away
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Gr. 6-12 | 0.3 mi. away

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