One Fifty Parker Avenue School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 48 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,000
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 14
Source: ✓Verified school update

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One Fifty Parker Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1954

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

48 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 14

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,000

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Tuition Notes

2023/24 half day, 5 days/week rate. Extended care offered at an additional cost.

% on Financial Aid

18%

Acceptance Rate

50%

National avg.: 82%

School Notes

Parker School is an independent preschool and kindergarten serving San Francisco families from its distinctive, home-like location since 1954.
We offer a warm, caring and stimulating environment for children between the ages of 2.9 and six.
We believe Preschool children are at a developmental stage where learning through experience serves best.
Therefore, One Fifty Parker School is experience based, hands-on project oriented with many opportunities for exploration and discovery.
The physical plant, materials, equipment and staff at One Fifty Parker provide a place for children to develop a love of learning, a deep-seated internal conviction of confidence and self-worth, respect and concern for others, mastery of developmentally appropriate tasks and a joyous experience of childhood.
Each child is a unique individual, and we interact with each child as such, helping each child to develop and refine potential through an integrated approach.

Parker School is an independent preschool and kindergarten serving San Francisco families from its distinctive, "little red schoolhouse" since 1954. We offer a warm, caring and stimulating environment for children between the ages of 2.9 and 6. We believe preschool children are at a developmental stage where learning through experience serves best. Therefore, One Fifty Parker Avenue School offers a play-based, hands-on project oriented curriculum with many opportunities for exploration and discovery. The physical plant, materials, equipment and staff at One Fifty Parker Avenue School provide a place for children to develop a love of learning, a deep-seated internal conviction of confidence and self-worth, respect and concern for others, mastery of developmentally appropriate tasks and a joyous experience of childhood. Each child is a unique individual, and we interact with each child as such, helping each child to develop and refine potential through an integrated approach.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does One Fifty Parker Avenue School cost?

One Fifty Parker Avenue School's tuition is approximately $16,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of One Fifty Parker Avenue School?

The acceptance rate of One Fifty Parker Avenue School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. One Fifty Parker Avenue School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.

What is One Fifty Parker Avenue School's ranking?

One Fifty Parker Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for One Fifty Parker Avenue School?

The application deadline for One Fifty Parker Avenue School is Feb. 14.

In what neighborhood is One Fifty Parker Avenue School located?

One Fifty Parker Avenue School is located in the Laurel Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.

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The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,348 for elementary schools and $40,742 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Francisco, CA is 59% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).