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San Francisco City Academy

Elementary School

230 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Private

Enrollment

16

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2024-25

About San Francisco City Academy

San Francisco City Academy is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94102. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,781, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 16 students, San Francisco City 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.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.4:1, San Francisco City Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, San Francisco City 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

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How San Francisco City Academy compares to 84 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
This School
vs
22.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
16
This School
vs
329
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
San Francisco City Academy (this school)
Tenderloin Community 5.2
Redding Elementary 3.6
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC 3.0
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary 8.5
Spring Valley Elementary 4.5
Stockton (Commodore) Children Center
Lee (Edwin and Anita) Newcomer
Parks (Rosa) Elementary 4.9
Parker (Jean) Elementary 9.4
Muir (John) Elementary 8.4
Chin (John Yehall) Elementary 9.6
The New School of San Francisco 6.8
Marshall Elementary 3.3
Sherman Elementary 5.2
Yick Wo Elementary 6.9
Creative Arts Charter 4.0
Garfield Elementary 7.0
San Francisco Public Montessori 5.9
KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy 6.6
Cobb (William L.) Elementary 8.5

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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 – 5th
Enrollment
16 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Address
230 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone
(415) 813-6259
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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Test Scores

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Location

230 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering San Francisco City Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco 0.0 mi 5.9
De Marillac Academy San Francisco 0.1 mi
Proof School San Francisco 0.3 mi
Tenderloin Community San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.2
Enlighten Academy San Francisco 0.5 mi
Cathedral School for Boys San Francisco 0.6 mi
Redding Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 3.6
MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.0
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC San Francisco 0.6 mi 3.0
ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.4
Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires San Francisco 0.6 mi
Presidio Knolls School San Francisco 0.7 mi
PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.0
S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.5
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory San Francisco 0.6 mi
MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.5
Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco 0.6 mi
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.5
Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.0
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,781

Median Home Value

$996,300

Median Rent

$1,517/mo

Population

34,983

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

8.6%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

41.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding San Francisco City Academy has a median household income of $64,781. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $996,300, with a median rent of $1,517/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Francisco City Academy

What grades does San Francisco City Academy serve?

San Francisco City Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend San Francisco City Academy?

San Francisco City Academy has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Francisco City Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at San Francisco City Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is San Francisco City Academy a private school?

Yes, San Francisco City 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 – 5th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
San Francisco
Data Year
2025–2026

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