St. Peter's School

OPEN HEARTS, OPEN MINDS St. Peter's Catholic School, a vital ministry of St. Peter's Parish, has been educating the children of the Mission district since 1878.
We are a school rich in faith and love, a place where every student and every parent feels part of the St. Peter's Catholic School family-nurtured and safe, engaged and supported.
Our mission is to inspire our students to reach their highest academic potential and cultivate their passion for serving others.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 183 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,830
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Peter's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 12, 2025
School Mascot
Aztecs

Student Body

Total Students
183 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Peter's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Associate
Janelle Godoy
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Council

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alfredo Pedroza '86 - Chair of the SF Chamber of Commerce
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Peter's School cost?
St. Peter's School's tuition is approximately $5,830 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Peter's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Peter's School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Peter's School?
St. Peter's School famous alumni include: Alfredo Pedroza '86.
What sports does St. Peter's School offer?
St. Peter's School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Peter's School's ranking?
St. Peter's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter's School?
The application deadline for St. Peter's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Peter's School located?
St. Peter's School is located in the Mission District neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in Mission District.

School Reviews

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I am a part of the Class of 2014 and even though I only attended from 6th-8th grade, my time at St. Peter's has been a blessing. WIthout their help, I wouldn't be the person I am today. St. Peter's school provides hospitality and kindness all with a great quality education that is like no other elementary/middle school in the bay area. WIthout their help, I would be graduating from my dream highschool let alone be accepted to Archbishop Riordan. With their help, they molded me from a know-nothing student to an outgoing, well educated student with a deep passion in the Catholic faith.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 183 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,830
  • Acceptance rate: 70%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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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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