De Marillac Academy

Inspired by the inherent and unique gifts of our students and graduates, De Marillac Academy, located in the Tenderloin neighborhood of San Francisco, ignites academic, spiritual, and social emotional growth through a Lasallian Vincentian Catholic educational experience. In partnership with families and community, through an all-scholarship 4th-8th grade Academy and Graduate Support Program, we accompany our students through middle school, high school and into early adulthood, as they develop a strong sense of self, purpose, and service to others.
At De Marillac Academy, we believe that another world is possible, and our students and graduates are a fundamental force for building it.
De Marillac is an all-scholarship 4th through 8th grade Lasallian Vincentian Catholic academy located in the Tenderloin, that provides educational, personal and financial support to our students and families during their years at De Marillac, through high school and into early adulthood.Through a personalized, culturally responsive educational experience grounded in faith and family partnerships, we encourage our students' growth and support them on their journey into adulthood.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 120 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2001
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
De Marillac Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • De Marillac Academy is an educational family that provides an innovative, comprehensive and accessible Catholic education in the Vincentian and Lasallian traditions for children from underserved, low-income families in the Tenderloin and other at-risk communities in San Francisco. A De Marillac education emphasizes reading, written and oral communication, math, science, social studies, and religion. Students typically enter De Marillac below grade level, but the school bridges educational deficits with an intensive educational curriculum designed to prepare graduates to compete successfully in demanding high school environments. Additionally, De Marillac partners with Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory and Catholic Youth Organization to provide a mandatory summer school and summer camp program. The California Pacific Medical Center and the University of San Francisco also support De Marillac's counseling and health and wellness programs.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

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

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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hello my name is david adeniyi am 13yrs old Iam interested in this school , Because i want to study abroad and i also play basketball well pls help me to come to your school.
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Iam interested in this school , Because i want to study abroad and Iam in 9 class.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 120 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,471 for elementary schools and $35,128 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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