Offering Preschool through Elementary with an additional Mandarin program, Stratford School San Francisco 14th Avenue provides an unparalleled education where children are inspired to be creative problem solvers, innovators, and confident, compassionate leaders. Our balanced approach in and out of the classroom ensures both academic success and personal development.
In the classroom, our curriculum intentionally instills STEAM rigor and academic excellence taught in a warm and caring environment.
Arts, music, character development, and physical activity round out the Stratford experience.
In addition to our robust STEAM-infused curriculum, our campus offers a specialty Mandarin Bilingual Preschool and Elementary program.
Students are taught and cared for by a two-teacher team, one speaking and instructing in English, the other in Mandarin.
Beyond the classroom, Stratford encourages students to explore their individual passions through enrichment activities.
Our goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges, and our students achieve outstanding results.
Evident at all our schools is the Stratford motto, "Summa spes, summa res," meaning "highest hopes, highest things.".
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Yearly Tuition: $26,537
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
2018
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
95 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
24 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
No uniforms for preschool.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$26,537
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Music, Orchestra
Band, Choir, Music, Orchestra
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave cost?
Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave's tuition is approximately $26,537 for private students.
What sports does Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave offer?
Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave's ranking?
Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave?
The application deadline for Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave located?
Stratford School San Francisco 14th Ave is located in the Central Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in Central Richmond.
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