Since 1967, the Lycee Francais de San Francisco has been providing global-minded, Bay Area families with a unique multilingual and multicultural education recognized and valued by universities worldwide.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 6-12
- Yearly Tuition: $33,500
- Acceptance rate: 20%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Lycee Francais de San Francisco ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1967
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$33,500
% on Financial Aid
21%
Acceptance Rate
20%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Mireille Sagne
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lycée Bears
- The Lycee Francais de San Francisco: The Reference for Bilingual Excellence in the Bay Area
- Founded in 1967, the Lycee is a leading independent international school serving students from preschool through Grade 12 across three campuses in San Francisco and Marin.
- As the Bay Area's premier French-American school, the Lycee offers two tracks: one grounded in the academically rigorous French national curriculum; the other powered by the International Baccalaureate (IB) for students joining in Middle or High School-no French required.
- Rooted in the values of curiosity, empathy, respect, and excellence, students grow up multilingual, intellectually agile, and globally minded. They graduate with dual diplomas, well-prepared for top universities worldwide.
- Families are drawn to the Lycee for its academic reputation and stay for its tight-knit community. Whether starting in preschool or joining later, students thrive in a school where languages, cultures, and ideas intersect.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lycee Francais de San Francisco cost?
Lycee Francais de San Francisco's tuition is approximately $33,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lycee Francais de San Francisco?
The acceptance rate of Lycee Francais de San Francisco is 20%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Lycee Francais de San Francisco's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is Lycee Francais de San Francisco's ranking?
Lycee Francais de San Francisco ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Lycee Francais de San Francisco?
The application deadline for Lycee Francais de San Francisco is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Lycee Francais de San Francisco located?
Lycee Francais de San Francisco is located in the Outer Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in Outer Sunset.
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