San Francisco University High School
San Francisco University High School, established in 1973, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent secondary school for grades nine through twelve.
University High School welcomes students of demonstrated motivation and ability to engage in an education that fosters responsibility and the spirited pursuit of knowledge.
We are a school where adults believe in the promise of every student, and together we work to build and sustain a community of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents.
UHS challenges each individual to live a life of integrity, inquiry, and purpose larger than the self.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 410 students
- Yearly Tuition: $52,170
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 7
Top Rankings
San Francisco University High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1973
Student Body
Total Students
410 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
84%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 7
Yearly Tuition Cost
$52,170
% on Financial Aid
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$37,370
Admissions Director
Nate Lundy
Admissions Associate
Katelyn Cassell
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Sports
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The nearest high school to San Francisco University High School is Academy of Thought and Industry (0.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is San Francisco Waldorf Grade School (0.2 miles away)
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San Francisco, CA 94112
(415) 333-4021
San Francisco, CA 94112
(415) 333-4021
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9-12
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San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 409-3739
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 409-3739
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(415) 775-6626
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 775-6626
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(415) 626-2919
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 626-2919
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School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
Excellent school
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