The San Francisco School

300 Gaven St San Francisco, CA 94134
sfschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
The San Francisco School Photo #1

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1966
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 3, 2027
Campus Size
2 acres

Student Body

Total Students
281 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
32%
Admissions Director
Toni Russell
Application URL
Endowment Size
$11 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
School Mascot
Bears

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.
  • 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 The San Francisco School often compared to?
The 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 The San Francisco School offer?
The San Francisco School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is The San Francisco School's ranking?
The San Francisco School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The San Francisco School?
The application deadline for The San Francisco School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The San Francisco School located?
The San Francisco School is located in the Portola neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.

School Reviews

5  
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!
- Posted by

Endorse The San Francisco School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
  • Academic or athletic awards
Endorse this school

Recent Articles

How Much Homework Is Too Much?
How Much Homework Is Too Much?
Learn how to compare private school homework expectations, recognize excessive workloads, evaluate assignment quality, and ask better questions about academic balance before choosing a school for your child.
Learning Support Without a Formal Program
Learning Support Without a Formal Program
Learn what private schools mean by informal learning support, how services differ from formal programs, and which questions families should ask before choosing the right school today.
Beyond AP vs. IB: How to Judge Academic Rigor
Beyond AP vs. IB: How to Judge Academic Rigor
Learn how to judge academic rigor at private schools without AP or IB by examining curriculum depth, assessments, faculty expectations, advanced coursework, student work, and college preparation outcomes.
School location map

Request Info

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,348 for elementary schools and $40,742 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Francisco, CA is 59% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

Related School Videos

Quick Links