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San Francisco Pacific Academy
Elementary School
3301 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About San Francisco Pacific Academy
San Francisco Pacific Academy is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94121. The school serves approximately 54 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $138,353, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 54 students, San Francisco Pacific 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 4.7:1, San Francisco Pacific 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 Pacific 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
BetaHow San Francisco Pacific Academy compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Francisco Pacific Academy (this school) | — |
| Lafayette Elementary | 9.2 |
| Presidio Middle | 6.4 |
| Alamo Elementary | 8.7 |
| Argonne Elementary | 6.4 |
| Lawton Alternative | 8.6 |
| Key (Francis Scott) Elementary | 8.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 5.1 |
| Sutro Elementary | 9.4 |
| Noriega Children Center | 8.0 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary | 7.4 |
| Peabody (George) Elementary | 7.5 |
| Giannini (A.P.) Middle | 8.0 |
| Sunset Elementary | 8.9 |
| Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary | 8.9 |
| Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary | 8.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle | 7.8 |
| S.F. County Special Education | 5.2 |
| New Traditions Elementary | 8.6 |
| Hoover (Herbert) Middle | 7.0 |
| Grattan Elementary | 9.2 |
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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
- 54 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Address
- 3301 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
- Phone
- (415) 800-0730
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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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
3301 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Francisco Pacific Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is Alamo Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Lawton Alternative (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO PACIFIC ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Kahlon Family Services School San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| Lafayette Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Washington (George) High San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Terra San Francisco School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Bais Menacham Yeshiva Day School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Presidio Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| My City School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Katherine Delmar Burke School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| KATHERINE DELMAR BURKE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| MOTHER GOOSE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Holy Name Elementary San Francisco | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lawton Alternative San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,353
Median Home Value
$1,634,600
Median Rent
$2,327/mo
Population
42,987
College Educated
63.9%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding San Francisco Pacific Academy has a median household income of $138,353. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,634,600, with a median rent of $2,327/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Francisco Pacific Academy
What grades does San Francisco Pacific Academy serve?
San Francisco Pacific Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend San Francisco Pacific Academy?
San Francisco Pacific Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Pacific Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Pacific Academy is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is San Francisco Pacific Academy a private school?
Yes, San Francisco Pacific 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Francisco
- Phone
- (415) 800-0730
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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