Rise University Preparatory is a co–ed, Christian middle school located in the Bayview neighborhood of San Francisco, California, serving grades 6 through 8.
The school enrolls 61 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 6 teachers in a large city community setting.
Rise University Preparatory is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student population is diverse, with 93.22% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity.
As a private middle school in San Francisco, Rise University Preparatory provides an education within a Christian orientation in an urban environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rise University Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Student Body
Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Rise University Preparatory?
The application deadline for Rise University Preparatory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rise University Preparatory located?
Rise University Preparatory is located in the Bayview neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Rise University Preparatory is Rise Institute (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Big City Montessori School (1.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rise Institute
Alternative School
1760 Cesar Chavez Ste R
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 641-1878
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 641-1878
1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 14 students
240 Industrial Street
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 648-5777
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 648-5777
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 75 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
1499 Potrero Ave Ste 1
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 596-9004
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 596-9004
1.5 miles
Gr: 2-7 | 27 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Acceptance rate listed
St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic
(Catholic)
1060 Key Ave At 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 468-3434
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 468-3434
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 185 students
128 Woodland Ave
San Francisco, CA 94117
(202) 341-9939
San Francisco, CA 94117
(202) 341-9939
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rise Institute
Alternative School
1760 Cesar Chavez Ste R
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 641-1878
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 641-1878
1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 14 students
Ica Cristo Rey
All-girls (Catholic)
3625 24th St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 824-2052
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 824-2052
2.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 336 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
150 Oak Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 558-2000
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 558-2000
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,060 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Spectrum Center
Special Education School
95 Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 861-5806
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 861-5806
3.3 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 18 students
755 Ocean Ave
San Francisco, CA 94112
(415) 337-9990
San Francisco, CA 94112
(415) 337-9990
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Sports: 12 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rise Institute
Alternative School
1760 Cesar Chavez Ste R
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 641-1878
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 641-1878
1 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 14 students
1499 Potrero Ave Ste 1
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 596-9004
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 596-9004
1.5 miles
Gr: 2-7 | 27 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 1 Acceptance rate listed
St. Paul Of The Shipwreck Catholic
(Catholic)
1060 Key Ave At 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 468-3434
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 468-3434
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 185 students
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Special Program Emphasis
450 Somerset Street
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 467-3700
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 467-3700
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Donum Dei Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
1560 Treat Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 874-9631
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 874-9631
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 94 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
240 Industrial Street
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 648-5777
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 648-5777
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 75 students Avg. class size: 25 students Tuition listed
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Special Program Emphasis
450 Somerset Street
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 467-3700
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 467-3700
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 248 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Donum Dei Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
1560 Treat Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 874-9631
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 874-9631
1.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 94 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
300 Gaven St
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 239-5065
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 239-5065
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Cornerstone Academy
(Baptist)
801 Silver Ave
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 587-7256
San Francisco, CA 94134
(415) 587-7256
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
Quick Facts
Kipp Bayview Elementary School
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(415) 404-2602
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 404-2602
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Malcolm X Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
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(415) 695-5950
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 695-5950
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(415) 330-1540
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 330-1540
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(415) 330-1526
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 330-1526
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