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#1223 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Our Lady of the Visitacion School

Elementary School

795 SUNNYDALE AVE, San Francisco, CA 94134

Private

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,223 of 1,787

In San Francisco

#59 of 74

public schools

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Our Lady of the Visitacion School

5.7/10

Elementary School in San Francisco · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Our Lady of the Visitacion Elementary

Nearby

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Visitacion Valley Elementary

6.2/10

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About Our Lady of the Visitacion School

Our Lady of the Visitacion School is a private elementary school in San Francisco, CA. Our Lady of the Visitacion School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of the Visitacion School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,223 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of the Visitacion School runs 22.2:1 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.

Our Lady of the Visitacion 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

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How Our Lady of the Visitacion School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
244
This School
vs
363
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 53.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 24.6% vs 0%
Black 2.9% vs 0%
White 2% vs 0%
Our Lady of the Visitacion School San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of the Visitacion School (this school) 5.7
Visitacion Valley Elementary 6.2
Visitacion Valley Middle 6.0
El Dorado Elementary 3.2
McLaren (John) Children Centers
KIPP Bayview Academy 3.9
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary 6.0
KIPP Bayview Elementary 7.2
King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle 6.8
Harte (Bret) Elementary 4.6
Cleveland Elementary 4.9
Guadalupe Elementary 3.0
Hillcrest Elementary 4.8
Monroe Elementary 6.8
San Francisco Community Alternative 6.8
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy 3.6
Revere (Paul) Elementary 3.6
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle 8.3
Denman (James) Middle 6.6
Serra (Junipero) Elementary 6.6
Carver (George Washington) Elementary 3.8

Showing 20 of 102 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- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 22.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
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
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Enrollment 244
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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 53.7%
Hispanic 24.6%
Two or More 13.9%
Black 2.9%
Pacific Islander 2.9%
White 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

795 SUNNYDALE AVE, San Francisco, CA 94134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of the Visitacion School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayshore (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Daly City), 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
OUR LADY OF THE VISITACION SCHOOL San Francisco 0.0 mi 5.7
Our Lady of the Visitacion Elementary San Francisco 0.0 mi
Visitacion Valley Elementary San Francisco 0.2 mi 6.2
Bayshore Daly City 0.4 mi 7.3
Visitacion Valley Middle San Francisco 0.5 mi 6.0
El Dorado Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 3.2
Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.0
McLaren (John) Children Centers San Francisco 0.8 mi
ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco 1.1 mi 8.2
KIPP Bayview Academy San Francisco 1.0 mi 3.9
GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco 1.1 mi 8.3
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS San Francisco 1.1 mi 6.6
Cornerstone Academy–Cambridge Campus San Francisco 1.1 mi
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary San Francisco 1.2 mi 6.0
Jordan (June) School for Equity San Francisco 1.1 mi 6.5
King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle San Francisco 1.3 mi 6.8
Hillcrest Elementary San Francisco 1.4 mi 4.8
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY San Francisco 1.4 mi 3.9
Cornerstone Academy-Silver Campus San Francisco 1.4 mi
KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco 1.3 mi 7.2

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 Our Lady of the Visitacion School

What grades does Our Lady of the Visitacion School serve?

Our Lady of the Visitacion School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of the Visitacion School?

Our Lady of the Visitacion School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Visitacion School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Visitacion School is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of the Visitacion School rank in CA?

Our Lady of the Visitacion School ranks #1,223 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Our Lady of the Visitacion School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of the Visitacion School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of the Visitacion School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of the Visitacion School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Lady of the Visitacion School a religious school?

Our Lady of the Visitacion School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
244
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County

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