Hamlin School in San Francisco, CA, is an all–girls, nonsectarian K–8 private school serving 435 students in a large city community setting.
Established in 1896, Hamlin School has one of the oldest founding dates among private schools in the San Francisco area.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 42 total teachers supporting its enrollment.
Approximately 25% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
Hamlin offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses for middle school students, providing advanced academic opportunities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Hamlin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1896
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
435 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sarah Dix Hamlin, women's rights advocate
- Wanda Marie Holland Greene, educator
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hamlin School often compared to?
Hamlin School is often viewed alongside schools like Katherine Delmar Burke School (Burke's) by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Hamlin School?
Hamlin School famous alumni include: Sarah Dix Hamlin, women's rights advocate and Wanda Marie Holland Greene, educator.
What is Hamlin School's ranking?
Hamlin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Hamlin School?
The application deadline for Hamlin School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Hamlin School vs. Katherine Delmar Burke School (Burke's)
The nearest high school to Hamlin School is Convent & Stuart Hall (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Hamlin School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is San Francisco Waldorf School (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
The Hamlin School
All-girls
2120 Broadway
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 922-0300
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 922-0300
- miles
Gr: K-8 | 441 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2222 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 Sports: 16 Tuition listed
St. Vincent De Paul School
(Catholic)
2350 Green St
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 346-5505
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 346-5505
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 237 students Tuition listed
2521 Scott St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 931-0400
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 931-0400
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 31 students Tuition listed
mSt. Brigid School ![mSt. Brigid School Photo - Ist grade students enjoying the play system in our school yard.]( "mSt. Brigid School Photo - Ist grade students enjoying the play system in our school yard.")
(Catholic)
2250 Franklin St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 673-4523
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 673-4523
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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2222 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 Sports: 16 Tuition listed
838 Kearny Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 922-6081
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 922-6081
0.4 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 185 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2938 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 875-7202
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 875-7202
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 419 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2901 California St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 430-3737
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 430-3737
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
3065 Jackson St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 447-3100
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 447-3100
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 436 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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The Hamlin School
All-girls
2120 Broadway
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 922-0300
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 922-0300
- miles
Gr: K-8 | 441 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2222 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 563-2900
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 Sports: 16 Tuition listed
St. Vincent De Paul School
(Catholic)
2350 Green St
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 346-5505
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 346-5505
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 237 students Tuition listed
2521 Scott St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 931-0400
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 931-0400
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 31 students Tuition listed
mSt. Brigid School ![mSt. Brigid School Photo - Ist grade students enjoying the play system in our school yard.]( "mSt. Brigid School Photo - Ist grade students enjoying the play system in our school yard.")
(Catholic)
2250 Franklin St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 673-4523
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 673-4523
0.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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2938 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 875-7202
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 875-7202
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 419 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Montessori School
1187 Franklin St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 441-7691
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 441-7691
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 100 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sts Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
660 Filbert St
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 421-5219
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 421-5219
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students
La Scuola International School-mission Campus
Alternative School
3250 18th St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 551-0000
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 551-0000
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 319 students Tuition listed
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Montessori School
50 Fell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 805-8315
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 805-8315
1.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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San Francisco Public Montessori
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
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8/
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2340 Jackson St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 749-3544
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 749-3544
0.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 107 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
2110 Greenwich St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 749-3551
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 749-3551
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 73 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1651 Union St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 749-3530
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 749-3530
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Marina Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3500 Fillmore St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 749-3495
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 749-3495
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 646 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Cobb (William L.) Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2725 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 749-3505
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 749-3505
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 134 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
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