Francis Parker School is committed to graduating students who embody those qualities essential for academic success and personal fulfillment - intellectual curiosity, creative thinking, passion for learning, ethical responsibility, self-reliance, community engagement, and global competence - by offering a balanced, challenging, and integrated Junior Kindergarten - Grade 12 educational program in academics, athletics, and the arts, all in a vibrant and diverse school community. The mission of Francis Parker School is to create and inspire a diverse community of independent thinkers whose academic excellence, global perspective and strength of character perpare them to make a meaningful difference in the world.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,313 students
- Yearly Tuition: $40,000
- Acceptance rate: 35%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Francis Parker School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Teal, Brown, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
Campus Size
22
Student Body
Total Students
1,313 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
43%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
67%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
28 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP African American StudiesAP Art History
AP BiologyAP Chemistry
AP Chinese Language and CultureAP Computer Science A
AP EconomicsAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP French Language and CultureAP Government and Politics
AP Music TheoryAP Physics 1
AP Physics 2AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Mechanics and Elec. & Magnet.AP Psychology
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Studio Art – 2-D: Photography
AP Studio Art – Drawing and 2-D DesignAP United States History
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$40,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $27,600 to $43,000 depending on the division.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost varies based on program
% on Financial Aid
24%
Acceptance Rate
35%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Tyler Fereira
Admissions Associate
Shannon Caraveo
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
21 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
68 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Academic LeagueAdmissions Ambassadors (Lower, Middle and Upper School)
Alliance of Youth AdvocatesASU - Asian Student Union
Chess ClubChristian Club
Feminist ClubFilm Club
Finance and Trading ClubFrancis Parker Amnesty International
Games ClubGardening Club
GSA - Gender Sexuality AllianceHealth Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Horizons at ParkerImprov Club
India Culture ClubInteract
International Music ClubJTEEN - Jewish Teen Education and Engagement Network
Lancer LegionLASO - Latin American Student Association
LGBTQ+Library Ambassadors
MECCA - Middle Eastern Culture ClubMock Trial
Model UNNational Arts Honor Society
National Chinese Honor SocietyNational Hispanic Honor Society
National History DayNIA - Black/African/Multiracial/Transracial Adoptee students
Outdoor ClubPages for Progress
Parker NewsParker Red Cross Club
Parker Writers CirclePeer Tutoring
Physics ClubPodcast Club
QuizbowlRed Cross Club
Remote Medicine InternationalReSurf
RoboticsRobotics - Lower School Club
Robotics - Middle School FIRST Lego LeagueRobotics - Middle School FIRST Tech Challenge
Robotics - Upper School OverClocked (FIRST Robotics Challenge)Scientific Writing Club
See SDSEPA (Student Environmental Protection Association)
SPEAK - First-generation/college-bound Latino studentsSpeech and Debate
Students Helping Students Tutoring ClubSuper Smash Bros. Club
UNICEF at ParkerUNICEF Club
Weightlifting ClubYoung Leaders in Healthcare
Young Ventures ClubYouth Care Club (YCC)
Arts and Music Programs:
Bema (Literary Magazine)Dead Potters Society (Ceramics Club)
Drama Club - Middle and Upper SchoolJazz Club
Scribe (Newspaper/Publication)Yearbook
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
- STRIVE for academic excellence while maintaining social and emotional well-being and balance;
- PARTICIPATE in the fundamental human conversation on what is right, fair, and good by developing the necessary skills, aptitude, and imagination;
- THINK critically, write persuasively, and communicate confidently;
- GROW familiar with the cultural, political, historical, scientific, ethical, and economic forces shaping their world;
- POSSESS the tools necessary to realize their individual talents and potential in their academic and professional lives;and
- EMBRACE the larger world through meaningful, age-appropriate opportunities for experiential education.
"Francis Parker School not only cultivates
students' interest and passion for learning but also sends them
into the real world and lets them build themselves up to become
better citizens and people. Parker is truly guiding generations of
thinkers, builders, and doers who fulfill their aspirations and
become the best people they can be." Jack D., Class of 2023
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Nick Allen '17 - Shortstop for the Atlanta Braves (Parker Class of '17, BA USC)
- Eldar Djangirov '05 - Grammy-nominated musician (Parker Class of '05, BM USC)
- Sydney Thomas '06 - Venture Capitalist, founder of Symphonic Capital (Parker Class of '06, BA Duke, MBA Cal Berkeley)
- Julie Newman '10 - Aerospace Engineer, Author (Parker Class of '10, BS CalTech)
- Congressman Patrick Harrigan '05 - Currently serving a term in the US House of Representatives (Parker Class of 2005, BS West Point)
- Cassidy Lichtman '07 - Pro volleyball player, Director of Volleyball at Athletes Unlimited (Parker Class of '07, BA Stanford)
- Dr. Bob Ogle '89 - Head of School, Pacific Ridge School (Parker Class of '89, BA UC Davis, MA, M.Ed, Ed.D Columbia)
- Kirby Brady '02 - Chief Innovation Officer, City of San Diego (Parker Class of '02, BA University of Arizona, MA USC)
- Don Vaughn '04 - Neuroscientist and Entrepreneur (Parker Class of '04, BS Stanford, PhD UCLA)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Francis Parker School cost?
Francis Parker School's tuition is approximately $40,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Francis Parker School?
The acceptance rate of Francis Parker School is 35%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Francis Parker School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Francis Parker School?
Francis Parker School famous alumni include: Nick Allen '17, Eldar Djangirov '05, Sydney Thomas '06, Julie Newman '10, Congressman Patrick Harrigan '05, Cassidy Lichtman '07, Dr. Bob Ogle '89, Kirby Brady '02 and Don Vaughn '04.
Does Francis Parker School offer a summer program?
Yes, Francis Parker School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Francis Parker School offer?
Francis Parker School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, E-sports, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Rugby, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Winter Track. Francis Parker School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Francis Parker School's ranking?
Francis Parker School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Francis Parker School?
The application deadline for Francis Parker School is Feb. 1.
In what neighborhood is Francis Parker School located?
Francis Parker School is located in the Linda Vista neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Linda Vista.
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School Reviews
5 7/25/2025
My daughter is going into her third year at Parker's Lower School, and we all love it! The teachers are highly qualified, so she's learning so much, and they genuinely care about each student here, so she also LOVES going to school each day. She gets World Language (she chose Spanish) class daily and theater, music, PE/sports, visual arts, digital design and engineering design multiple times a week. Classes are small, and there's a ton of support staff too, so each student gets a lot of personal attention.
5 1/25/2018
i've seen this school several times while touring, shadowing and going to the open house and I love It. I hope to go to this school next year.
5 1/19/2012
I'm a student there. And it is AMAZING. The teachers are really fun, but hard... the application process is rigorous and selective, which means that the students there are both nice and smart, as opposed to other schools, where they might be less so... and the campus is BEAUTIFUL.
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