Excellent
#43 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 2% of private schools
Golden Bridges School
Elementary School
503 CAMBRIDGE ST, San Francisco, CA 94134
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#43 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#2 of 74
public schools
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Golden Bridges School
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About Golden Bridges School
Golden Bridges School is a private elementary school in San Francisco, CA. Golden Bridges School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Bridges School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Golden Bridges School 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Golden Bridges School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Golden Bridges School 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 Golden Bridges School compares to 101 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Golden Bridges School (this school) | 8.3 |
| Hillcrest Elementary | 4.8 |
| Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Visitacion Valley Middle | 6.0 |
| King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle | 6.8 |
| El Dorado Elementary | 3.2 |
| Cleveland Elementary | 4.9 |
| Monroe Elementary | 6.8 |
| San Francisco Community Alternative | 6.8 |
| McLaren (John) Children Centers | — |
| Serra (Junipero) Elementary | 6.6 |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary | 3.6 |
| Visitacion Valley Elementary | 6.2 |
| Huerta (Dolores) Elementary | 5.5 |
| Glen Park Elementary | 7.6 |
| KIPP Bayview Academy | 3.9 |
| Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle | 8.3 |
| Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy | 3.6 |
| Guadalupe Elementary | 3.0 |
| Denman (James) Middle | 6.6 |
| Mission Education Center | 5.1 |
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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
503 CAMBRIDGE ST, San Francisco, CA 94134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Golden Bridges School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Monroe Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, San Francisco Community Alternative (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood 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 Golden Bridges School
What grades does Golden Bridges School serve?
Golden Bridges School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Golden Bridges School?
Golden Bridges School has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Bridges School?
The student-teacher ratio at Golden Bridges School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Golden Bridges School rank in CA?
Golden Bridges School ranks #43 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Golden Bridges School's MySchoolScout rating?
Golden Bridges School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Golden Bridges School a private school?
Yes, Golden Bridges School 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 Golden Bridges School a religious school?
No, Golden Bridges School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 912-8666
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