Spectrum Center

Spectrum Center's mission is to provide personalized, evidence based educational services for non-traditional learners in collaboration with families and public school districts.
It's philosophy is believes that all students can succeed academically, behaviorally and socially.
The ultimate goal is to facilitate student's successful transition back into public schools or into adult life after high school completion.
Spectrum engages students in functional age appropriate activities, uses positive reinforcement and interventions for social skills development, and develops an individual transition plan for all students.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 8-12

Student Body

Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Spectrum Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Spectrum Center?
The application deadline for Spectrum Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Spectrum Center located?
Spectrum Center is located in the Lower Haight neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Lower Haight.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,054 for elementary schools and $38,897 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Francisco, CA is 58% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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