The San Francisco School cultivates and celebrates the intellectual, imaginative and humanitarian promise of each student in a community that practices mutual respect, embraces diversity, and inspires a passion for learning.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
San Francisco School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1966
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
32%
Admissions Director
Toni Russell
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
School Notes
- The San Francisco School cultivates and celebrates the intellectual, imaginative and humanitarian promise of each student in a community that practices mutual respect, embraces diversity, and inspires a passion for learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are San Francisco School often compared to?
San Francisco School is often viewed alongside schools like Synergy School, Live Oak School, San Francisco Day School by visitors of our site.
What sports does San Francisco School offer?
San Francisco School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is San Francisco School's ranking?
San Francisco School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for San Francisco School?
The application deadline for San Francisco School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Francisco School located?
San Francisco School is located in the Portola neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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The nearest high school to San Francisco School is Ica Cristo Rey (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Alta Vista School (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: PK-8 | 185 students 1.3 miles 1387 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 567-6177
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 567-6177
1.3
PK-8
185
Grades: K-8 | 426 students 2.2 miles 1555 Mariposa Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 861-8840
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 861-8840
2.2
K-8
426
Grades: K-8 | 415 students 3.7 miles 350 Masonic Ave
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 586-3602
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 586-3602
3.7
K-8
415
Grades: NS-12 | 419 students 4.3 miles 2938 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 875-7202
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 875-7202
4.3
NS-12
419
Grades: K-8 | 205 students 4.6 miles 3839 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 751-9318
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 751-9318
4.6
K-8
205
School Reviews
5 5/12/2016
When we selected a preschool for our kids 11 years ago, we didn't realize how important seemingly small things such as reporting the day's lunch menu, building with milk crates, and learning the sounds of the week would be in instilling in our children a lifelong passion for learning, respect for others, and sense of personal responsibility. It is amazing how much our children have learned learned and grown from the caring, loving, intelligent teachers and staff who engage and empower them. The San Francisco School has celebrates the kids' imaginations, challenges them intellectually, and helps make them kinder, better people. As we tour high schools for our oldest who is graduating, our decision to send our kids to SFS has been reaffirmed- We have seen a disproportionate number of SFS alumni leading tours and sitting on admission panels at their high schools. They are articulate, intelligent and confident. We see in these alumni the enduring influence of SFS. It's the best!
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