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San Francisco Day School
Elementary School
2160 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About San Francisco Day School
San Francisco Day School is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94118. The school serves approximately 436 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $159,550, where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.7:1, San Francisco Day School 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 Day School 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 San Francisco Day School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Francisco Day School (this school) | — |
| New Traditions Elementary | 8.5 |
| Gateway Middle | 6.1 |
| Creative Arts Charter | 4.0 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila | 8.2 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy | 6.6 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 7.8 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary | 8.5 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.5 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary | 4.9 |
| Muir (John) Elementary | 8.4 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary | 7.3 |
| Grattan Elementary | 9.2 |
| Peabody (George) Elementary | 7.7 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori | 5.9 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.5 |
| Sanchez Elementary | 7.1 |
| Everett Middle | 3.8 |
| Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary | 9.2 |
| Sutro Elementary | 9.6 |
| 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
- 436 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Address
- 2160 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
- Phone
- (415) 931-2422
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
2160 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Francisco Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Traditions Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is Cobb (William L.) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,550
Median Home Value
$1,817,200
Median Rent
$2,695/mo
Population
39,275
College Educated
72.2%
Homeownership
36.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding San Francisco Day School has a median household income of $159,550. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,817,200, with a median rent of $2,695/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School Northridge, CA | — |
| All Souls School Alhambra, CA | — |
| Almaden Country Day School San Jose, CA | — |
| Alverno Heights Academy Sierra Madre, CA | — |
| BASIS Independent Fremont Fremont, CA | — |
| Bais Chaya Mushka School of Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Francisco Day School
What grades does San Francisco Day School serve?
San Francisco Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend San Francisco Day School?
San Francisco Day School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Day School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is San Francisco Day School a private school?
Yes, San Francisco Day School 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Francisco
- Phone
- (415) 931-2422
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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