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#539 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 30% of private schools
Brightworks
School
682 SCHOFIELD ROAD, San Francisco, CA 94129
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
112
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#539 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#31 of 74
public schools
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About Brightworks
Brightworks is a private school in San Francisco, CA. Brightworks serves approximately 112 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brightworks has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 112 students, Brightworks is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Brightworks sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brightworks is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Brightworks compares to 124 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brightworks (this school) | 6.9 |
| Peabody (George) Elementary | 9.4 |
| Sutro Elementary | 9.2 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary | 8.3 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 9.5 |
| Argonne Elementary | 8.6 |
| Alamo Elementary | 8.5 |
| New Traditions Elementary | 8.4 |
| Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High | 7.6 |
| Presidio Middle | 8.3 |
| Independence High | 9.1 |
| Washington (George) High | 8.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.7 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila | 9.3 |
| Grattan Elementary | 8.5 |
| Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary | 7.9 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Gateway High | 8.7 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy | 7.0 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 9.3 |
| Gateway Middle | 7.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
682 SCHOFIELD ROAD, San Francisco, CA 94129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brightworks may also want to explore other schools in the area. Roosevelt Middle (rated 9.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peabody (George) Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sutro Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nativity HS San Francisco | 0.0 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO GIRLS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.0 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Peabody (George) Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Sutro Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOLHOUSE San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Roosevelt Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| PRESIDIO HILL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Presidio Hill School San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| San Francisco High School of the Arts San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| Independence High San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| New Traditions Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$236,190
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
3,808
College Educated
85.3%
Homeownership
0%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
0.7%
Median Age
34.2
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| Lakeport Alternative (Home School) Lakeport, CA | 6.9 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Orange, CA | 6.9 |
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| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brightworks
What grades does Brightworks serve?
Brightworks serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Brightworks?
Brightworks has an enrollment of approximately 112 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brightworks?
The student-teacher ratio at Brightworks is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brightworks rank in CA?
Brightworks ranks #539 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Brightworks's MySchoolScout rating?
Brightworks has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brightworks a private school?
Yes, Brightworks is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Brightworks a religious school?
No, Brightworks is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 112
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 701-8700
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