La Mel Children's Center in San Francisco, CA serves 7 students in grades 7 through 12 within a nonsectarian special education program in a central city location.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with one full–time teacher supporting the total enrollment.
Approximately 29% of students at this San Francisco special education school identify as students of color.
As a co–ed program, La Mel Children's Center offers specialized education services in a city–based setting for middle and high school students.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for La Mel Children's Center?
The application deadline for La Mel Children's Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to La Mel Children's Center is Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hamlin School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori House Of Children (0.3 miles away)
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Montessori House Of Children![Montessori House Of Children Photo]( "Montessori House Of Children Photo")
Montessori School
1187 Franklin St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 441-7691
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 441-7691
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 100 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory![Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory Photo - The Pavilion is the home court for the Fightin' Irish basketball, volleyball and wrestling teams. On game days, up to 1,500 fans can be heard cheering for SHC student-athletes. The Pavilion also serves as a wonderful venue for school assemblies, rallies and prayer services.]( "Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory Photo - The Pavilion is the home court for the Fightin' Irish basketball, volleyball and wrestling teams. On game days, up to 1,500 fans can be heard cheering for SHC student-athletes. The Pavilion also serves as a wonderful venue for school assemblies, rallies and prayer services.")
(Catholic)
1055 Ellis St
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 775-6626
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 775-6626
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,329 student Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Hamlin School
All-girls
2120 Broadway St
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 674-5428
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 674-5428
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 435 students
Millennium School Of San Francisco![Millennium School Of San Francisco Photo - Wilderness days are a regular part of student life at Millennium.]( "Millennium School Of San Francisco Photo - Wilderness days are a regular part of student life at Millennium.")
Alternative School
888 Turk Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 992-8520
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 992-8520
0.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 99 students Sports: 5 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
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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