Very Good
#275 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 15% of private schools
San Francisco University High School
High School
3065 JACKSON ST, San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#275 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#22 of 74
public schools
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About San Francisco University High School
San Francisco University High School is a private high school in San Francisco, CA. San Francisco University High School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. San Francisco University High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #275 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, San Francisco University High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
San Francisco University High 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 San Francisco University High School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Francisco University High School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Gateway High | 8.7 |
| Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High | 7.6 |
| Wells (Ida B.) High | 6.0 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.6 |
| Galileo High | 8.4 |
| Independence High | 9.1 |
| Mission High | 4.4 |
| Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) | 4.0 |
| Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) | 2.9 |
| Washington (George) High | 8.7 |
| O'Connell (John) High | 5.5 |
| Downtown High | 4.3 |
| S.F. County Court Woodside Learning Ctr | — |
| S.F. International High | 5.4 |
| Asawa (Ruth) SF Sch of the Arts A Public School | 8.4 |
| Academy (The)- SF @McAteer | 7.5 |
| S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) | 6.5 |
| Lincoln (Abraham) High | 8.2 |
| S.F. County Special Education | 5.4 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) High | 4.9 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in San Francisco
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.
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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
3065 JACKSON ST, San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Francisco University High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gateway High (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DREW SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 94115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,264
Median Home Value
$1,684,100
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
32,715
College Educated
73.6%
Homeownership
24.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academies of Education and Empowerment at Carson High Carson, CA | 7.4 |
| Alliance Dr. Olga Mohan High Los Angeles, CA | 7.4 |
| CHAMPS - Charter HS of Arts-Multimedia & Performing Van Nuys, CA | 7.4 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Tech Prep Acad San Fernando, CA | 7.4 |
| Condor High Oxnard, CA | 7.4 |
| Ednovate - USC Hybrid High College Prep Los Angeles, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Francisco University High School
What grades does San Francisco University High School serve?
San Francisco University High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend San Francisco University High School?
San Francisco University High School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Francisco University High School?
The student-teacher ratio at San Francisco University High School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does San Francisco University High School rank in CA?
San Francisco University High School ranks #275 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is San Francisco University High School's MySchoolScout rating?
San Francisco University High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is San Francisco University High School a private school?
Yes, San Francisco University High 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 San Francisco University High School a religious school?
No, San Francisco University High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 447-3100
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