San Francisco Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

25 Whittier Street
San Francisco, CA 94112

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Tel: (415) 586-1117 Ext. 219

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San Francisco Christian School is operated as a ministry of Calvary Baptist Church of San Francisco, California.

At San Francisco Christian School our goal is to mold a well-rounded person who demonstrates academic excellence, and who displays the spiritual and social maturity to glorify God and bring honor to his country.

All subjects are taught from a biblical, conservative, fundamentalist point of view.

We stress personal salvation through Jesus Christ, wholesome Christian living, obedience to the Word and will of God, and using talents and gifts for the glory of God.

San Francisco Christian School's purpose is the teaching and training of young people in regular academic subjects from a biblical perspective.

We seek to meet the spiritual and educational needs of each child.

San Francisco Christian School is dedicated to the philosophy that Christian education must be administered in a spiritual atmosphere and must recognize God as the supreme source of all knowledge and wisdom.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 271 students
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 19
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

San Francisco Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Year Founded

1971

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

271 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

62%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

San Francisco Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

26 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

1 course

Advanced Courses

Advanced ChemistryAp Calculus

English II (Honors)English IV (Honors)

Honors Pre-Calculus

Average SAT score

1210

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Dennis Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 19

Tuition Notes

$13,975 for high school $11,445 for Middle School $9,805 for Elementary School

% on Financial Aid

20%

Admissions Director

Paul McCreedy

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Indoor SoccerSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirString Ensemble

School Notes

San Francisco Christian School is operated as a ministry of Calvary Baptist Church of San Francisco, California. At San Francisco Christian School our goal is to mold a well-rounded person who demonstrates academic excellence, and who displays the spiritual and social maturity to glorify God and bring honor to his country. All subjects are taught from a biblical, conservative, fundamentalist point of view. We stress personal salvation through Jesus Christ, wholesome Christian living, obedience to the Word and will of God, and using talents and gifts for the glory of God. San Francisco Christian School's purpose is the teaching and training of young people in regular academic subjects from a biblical perspective. We seek to meet the spiritual and educational needs of each child. San Francisco Christian School is dedicated to the philosophy that Christian educationmust be administered in a spiritual atmosphere and must recognize God as the supreme source of all knowledge and wisdom.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does San Francisco Christian School offer?

San Francisco Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is San Francisco Christian School's ranking?

San Francisco Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for San Francisco Christian School?

The application deadline for San Francisco Christian School is Jan. 19.

In what neighborhood is San Francisco Christian School located?

San Francisco Christian School is located in the Crocker Amazon neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.

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