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San Francisco Friends School
Elementary School
250 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About San Francisco Friends School
San Francisco Friends School is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94103. The school serves approximately 437 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $122,339, where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.3:1, San Francisco Friends 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 Friends 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 Friends School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Francisco Friends School (this school) | — |
| Marshall Elementary | 3.3 |
| Muir (John) Elementary | 8.4 |
| Everett Middle | 3.8 |
| Sanchez Elementary | 7.1 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.5 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.5 |
| Tenderloin Community | 5.2 |
| Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary | 9.2 |
| Gateway Middle | 6.1 |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy | 4.7 |
| Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC | 3.0 |
| Creative Arts Charter | 4.0 |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary | 5.3 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary | 4.9 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary | 4.8 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 | 5.5 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila | 8.2 |
| Mission Preparatory | 4.4 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy | 6.6 |
| S.F. International High | 5.4 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 437 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Address
- 250 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
- Phone
- (415) 565-0400
- 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
250 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Francisco Friends School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Marshall Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Mission Dolores Academy San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| MISSION DOLORES ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Everett Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Mission High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| La Scuola International School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sanchez Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Presidio Knolls School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| O'Connell (John) High San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding San Francisco Friends School has a median household income of $122,339. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,057,600, with a median rent of $2,146/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.0%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Francisco Friends School
What grades does San Francisco Friends School serve?
San Francisco Friends School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend San Francisco Friends School?
San Francisco Friends School has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Friends School?
The student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Friends School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is San Francisco Friends School a private school?
Yes, San Francisco Friends 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
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Francisco
- Phone
- (415) 565-0400
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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