The Brandeis School of San Francisco provides an education as vibrant, thoughtful, and imaginative as San Francisco's Jewish community.
Inspiring students to lead lives of learning and purpose, we create a challenging academic environment and a welcoming, inclusive community deeply enriched by Jewish thought, values, and traditions. We offer a rich, integrated, and challenging curriculum combining general and Judaic studies.
Rooted in Jewish values, our approach sets high standards and pays attention to individual needs and learning styles.
We create a culture that offers a lifelong career for exceptional teachers as we prepare children to thrive in challenging high school environments.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Yearly Tuition: $31,086
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 16
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
323 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 16
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,086
Tuition Notes
K-7: $31,086
Grade 8: $32,668Tuition includes all books, materials, supplies, field trips, and yearbook.
Admissions Director
Tania Lowenthal
Admissions Associate
Leslie Ticktin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Drama
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Athletics
Art, Band, Drama
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Athletics
School Notes
- At The Brandeis School of San Francisco, we believe that true learning happens only when knowledge is connected to purpose. We know that what our students learn at Brandeis today will matter to the world tomorrow, and we strive to educate people capable of makingmeaningful contributions. Our challenging K8 academic environment is focused on relevance and rooted in Jewish values, traditions, and culture.
- We make education matter for our students after Brandeis, and high schools welcome our graduates not just for their academic strength but also for their sense of purpose, community, and activism. Over 95 percent of our graduates are accepted into one of their top-choice high schools.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center cost?
S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center's tuition is approximately $31,086 for private students.
What sports does S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center offer?
S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center's ranking?
S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for S F Jewish Community Early Childhood Center is Jan. 16.
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