San Francisco Friends School
Tel: (415)565-0400
- San Francisco Friends School was started by a group of Bay Area residents who shared a vision of a K8 co-educational independent school that combines outstanding academics with Quaker values of simplicity, integrity, mutual respect, and peaceful problem-solving.
- Founders of the school include parents, educators, business people, and volunteers.
- We are dedicated to creating in San Francisco a unique school that serves an immediate community need for superior elementary education informed by sustained and thoughtful conversation about the emotional and spiritual growth of our children.
- Friends schools strive to be socially responsible. Teachers help students to understand issues of social justice, such as respect for differences, nonviolence, and equality under the law.
- Again, these complex topics are handled in age-appropriate ways.
- Through service learning and participation in the community, Friends schools are committed to working toward a more caring and just society.
- The mission of San Francisco is to educate girls and boys in the tradition of Quaker learning.
- By example and commitment, we hope to inspire all connected with our school to work together toward a peaceful and caring society.
Quick Stats
- Grades: K-8
- Students: 430 students
- Yearly Tuition: $29,300
- Acceptance rate: 15%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Friends Council on Education (FCE) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Friends |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 430 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 51% State avg.: 43% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 37 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 52% |
| Average Class Size | 22 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 15 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,300 |
| % on Financial Aid | 26% |
| Acceptance Rate | 15% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Yvette Bonaparte |
| Admissions Associate | Jessica Moran |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 1 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: jazz band |
School Notes
- San Francisco Friends School was started by a group of Bay Area residents who share a vision of a K8 co-educational independent school that combines outstanding academics with Quaker values of simplicity, integrity, mutual respect, and peaceful problem-solving. Founders of the school include parents, educators, business people, and volunteers. We are dedicated to creating in San Francisco a unique school that serves an immediate community need for superior elementary education informed by sustained and thoughtful conversation about the emotional and spiritual growth of our children. Friends schools strive to be socially responsible. Teachers help students to understand issues of social justice, such as respect for differences, nonviolence, and equality under the law. Again, these complex topics are handled in age-appropriate ways. Through service learning and participation in the community, Friends schools are committed to working toward a more caring and just society. The mission of San Francisco is to educate girls and boys in the tradition of Quaker learning. By example and commitment, we hope to inspire all connected with our school to work together toward a peaceful and caring society.
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