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Mission Dolores Academy
Elementary School
3371 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Mission Dolores Academy
Mission Dolores Academy is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94114. The school serves approximately 139 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $196,528, where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 139 students, Mission Dolores Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Mission Dolores Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mission Dolores Academy compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Dolores Academy (this school) | — |
| Everett Middle | 3.8 |
| Sanchez Elementary | 7.1 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.5 |
| Marshall Elementary | 3.3 |
| Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary | 9.2 |
| Muir (John) Elementary | 8.4 |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy | 4.7 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 | 5.5 |
| Alvarado Elementary | 7.0 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila | 8.2 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary | 4.8 |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary | 5.3 |
| Lick (James) Middle | 5.7 |
| Rooftop Elementary | 7.0 |
| Gateway Middle | 6.1 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.5 |
| Creative Arts Charter | 4.0 |
| Mission Preparatory | 4.4 |
| Grattan Elementary | 9.2 |
| Tenderloin Community | 5.2 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Address
- 3371 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
- Phone
- (415) 346-9500
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
3371 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Dolores Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is Muir (John) Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MISSION DOLORES ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Everett Middle San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Sanchez Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Mission High San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| San Francisco Friends School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Marshall Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| German International School of Silicon Valley San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| La Scuola International School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,528
Median Home Value
$1,771,700
Median Rent
$2,898/mo
Population
33,627
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
44.5%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mission Dolores Academy has a median household income of $196,528. It is a well-educated community where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,771,700, with a median rent of $2,898/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| A Bright Beginning Inglewood, CA | — |
| Action Day Middle School San Jose, CA | — |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco, CA | — |
| All God's Children Christian School Discovery Bay, CA | — |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla, CA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Dolores Academy
What grades does Mission Dolores Academy serve?
Mission Dolores Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mission Dolores Academy?
Mission Dolores Academy has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Dolores Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Dolores Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mission Dolores Academy a private school?
Yes, Mission Dolores Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Francisco
- Phone
- (415) 346-9500
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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