Excellent
#94 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 5% of private schools
Presidio Knolls School
Elementary School
250 10TH ST, San Francisco, CA 94103
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#94 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#6 of 74
public schools
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Presidio Knolls School
Elementary School in San Francisco · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Presidio Knolls School
Presidio Knolls School is a private elementary school in San Francisco, CA. Presidio Knolls School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Presidio Knolls School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Presidio Knolls School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Presidio Knolls 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 Presidio Knolls School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Presidio Knolls School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC | 2.9 |
| Marshall Elementary | 3.0 |
| Tenderloin Community | 4.0 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.6 |
| Muir (John) Elementary | 9.2 |
| S.F. International High | 5.4 |
| Everett Middle | 5.8 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Sanchez Elementary | 3.2 |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary | 6.2 |
| Redding Elementary | 4.7 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary | 3.4 |
| Mission Preparatory | 4.4 |
| Gateway Middle | 7.0 |
| Creative Arts Charter | 3.9 |
| Webster (Daniel) Elementary | 8.8 |
| McKinley Elementary | 9.1 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 | 6.6 |
| Spring Valley Elementary | 5.5 |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy | 4.4 |
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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.
Data Unavailable
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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
250 10TH ST, San Francisco, CA 94103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Presidio Knolls School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MISSION MONTESSORI (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,339
Median Home Value
$1,057,600
Median Rent
$2,146/mo
Population
33,524
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
19.2%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aloha Elementary Lakewood, CA | 8.0 |
| Antioch Charter Academy II Antioch, CA | 8.0 |
| Burcham Elementary Long Beach, CA | 8.0 |
| Cerritos Elementary Anaheim, CA | 8.0 |
| Dayton Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.0 |
| Dunham Charter Petaluma, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Presidio Knolls School
What grades does Presidio Knolls School serve?
Presidio Knolls School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Presidio Knolls School?
Presidio Knolls School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Presidio Knolls School?
The student-teacher ratio at Presidio Knolls School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Presidio Knolls School rank in CA?
Presidio Knolls School ranks #94 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Presidio Knolls School's MySchoolScout rating?
Presidio Knolls School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Presidio Knolls School a private school?
Yes, Presidio Knolls 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 Presidio Knolls School a religious school?
No, Presidio Knolls School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 202-0770
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