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#1746 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Cornerstone Academy

Elementary School

801 SILVER AVE, San Francisco, CA 94134

Private

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,746 of 1,787

In San Francisco

#74 of 74

public schools

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Cornerstone Academy

3.9/10

Elementary School in San Francisco · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cornerstone Academy

Cornerstone Academy is a private elementary school in San Francisco, CA. Cornerstone Academy serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,746 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.3 pts below CA schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Cornerstone Academy runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Cornerstone Academy 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

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How Cornerstone Academy compares to 82 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
25.2:1
This School
vs
23:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
202
This School
vs
332
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 89.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
White 1% vs 0%
Black 0.5% vs 0%
Cornerstone Academy San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Cornerstone Academy (this school) 3.9
Hillcrest Elementary 4.8
Serra (Junipero) Elementary 6.6
Revere (Paul) Elementary 3.6
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary 6.0
Monroe Elementary 6.8
San Francisco Community Alternative 6.8
Cleveland Elementary 4.9
Huerta (Dolores) Elementary 5.5
El Dorado Elementary 3.2
Glen Park Elementary 7.6
McLaren (John) Children Centers
Mission Education Center 5.1
Visitacion Valley Elementary 6.2
Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary 6.3
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy 3.6
Guadalupe Elementary 3.0
Sunnyside Elementary 8.8
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 6.6
Bryant Elementary 4.3
KIPP Bayview Elementary 7.2

Showing 20 of 82 schools. View all schools in San Francisco

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 25.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 20%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 202
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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)

Asian 89.6%
Two or More 5.0%
Hispanic 2.0%
Pacific Islander 2.0%
White 1.0%
Black 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

801 SILVER AVE, San Francisco, CA 94134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cornerstone Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monroe Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Cornerstone Academy-Silver Campus San Francisco 0.0 mi
Hillcrest Elementary San Francisco 0.1 mi 4.8
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.6
GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.3
Cornerstone Academy–Cambridge Campus San Francisco 0.3 mi
Andrews family home school San Francisco 0.3 mi
Serra (Junipero) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.6
Revere (Paul) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 3.6
Jordan (June) School for Equity San Francisco 0.8 mi 6.5
ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 8.2
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.0
Monroe Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.8
Huerta (Dolores) Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 5.5
Cleveland Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 4.9
King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.8
San Francisco Community Alternative San Francisco 0.8 mi 6.8
Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco 0.9 mi 8.0
Visitacion Valley Middle San Francisco 1.0 mi 6.0
El Dorado Elementary San Francisco 1.0 mi 3.2
Stratford School San Francisco San Francisco 0.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,566

Median Home Value

$1,064,100

Median Rent

$1,674/mo

Population

40,142

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cornerstone Academy

What grades does Cornerstone Academy serve?

Cornerstone Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Cornerstone Academy?

Cornerstone Academy has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Academy is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cornerstone Academy rank in CA?

Cornerstone Academy ranks #1,746 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Cornerstone Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cornerstone Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cornerstone Academy a private school?

Yes, Cornerstone Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cornerstone Academy a religious school?

Cornerstone Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
69 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
202
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County

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