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#680 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 38% of private schools

St Gabriel Elementary School

Elementary School

2550 41ST AVE, San Francisco, CA 94116

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 114 schools in San Francisco. Learn more

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#42 of 74

public schools

California elementary schools

#377 of 1,102

About St Gabriel Elementary School

St Gabriel Elementary School serves 443 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in San Francisco's 94116 neighborhood. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.2 to 1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1373 out of 1790 California elementary schools, placing it in the 23rd percentile statewide.

While this suggests room for academic growth, the school continues focusing on student development across its grade levels. St Gabriel Elementary is situated in an affluent San Francisco neighborhood where the median household income reaches $145,931 and median home values are $1,368,100. The surrounding community is highly educated, with 56% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 6.4%.

The area's 43,903 residents create a stable, prosperous environment for families. The school's comprehensive grade range from prekindergarten through eighth grade allows students to develop within a consistent educational community over nearly a decade. Located on 41st Avenue, St Gabriel Elementary sits within one of San Francisco's well-established residential neighborhoods, offering students access to the resources and opportunities that come with living in a major metropolitan area.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Gabriel Elementary 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

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How St Gabriel Elementary School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
443
This School
vs
363
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 37.5% vs 0%
Asian 34.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.5% vs 0%
Black 0.2% vs 0%
St Gabriel Elementary School San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Gabriel Elementary School (this school) 6.6
Ulloa Elementary 8.4
S.F. County Special Education 5.2
Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary 8.5
Sunset Elementary 8.9
Giannini (A.P.) Middle 8.0
Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary 5.9
Lakeshore Alternative Elementary 8.5
Noriega Children Center 8.0
Key (Francis Scott) Elementary 8.6
Lawton Alternative 8.6
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary 7.5
Hoover (Herbert) Middle 7.0
West Portal Elementary 8.7
Aptos Middle 8.5
Jefferson Elementary 5.1
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary 8.9
Ortega (Jose) Elementary 7.0
Clarendon Alternative Elementary 8.1
S.F. County Court Woodside Learning Ctr
Lafayette Elementary 9.2

Showing 20 of 102 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

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 443
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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)

White 37.5%
Asian 34.3%
Two or More 15.6%
Hispanic 11.5%
Pacific Islander 0.7%
Black 0.2%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2550 41ST AVE, San Francisco, CA 94116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Gabriel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunset Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lawton Alternative (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Gabriel Elementary School San Francisco 0.0 mi
Ulloa Elementary San Francisco 0.2 mi 8.4
S.F. County Special Education San Francisco 0.3 mi 5.2
ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Francisco 0.6 mi 5.2
St. Ignatius College Preparatory San Francisco 0.6 mi
Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.5
Sunset Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.9
Giannini (A.P.) Middle San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.0
EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES San Francisco 0.7 mi
Edgewood Community School San Francisco 0.7 mi
Noriega Children Center San Francisco 1.0 mi 8.0
WEST PORTAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco 1.1 mi 5.1
Lakeshore Alternative Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 8.5
Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 5.9
HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco 1.2 mi 7.5
Lowell High San Francisco 1.1 mi 8.0
Holy Name Elementary San Francisco 1.3 mi
Key (Francis Scott) Elementary San Francisco 1.3 mi 8.6
Lincoln (Abraham) High San Francisco 1.1 mi 7.9
Lawton Alternative San Francisco 1.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,587

Median Home Value

$1,450,000

Median Rent

$2,938/mo

Population

42,523

College Educated

57%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

35.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

45.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Gabriel Elementary School has a median household income of $152,587. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,450,000, with a median rent of $2,938/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Gabriel Elementary School

What grades does St Gabriel Elementary School serve?

St Gabriel Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Gabriel Elementary School?

St Gabriel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gabriel Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Gabriel Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Gabriel Elementary School rank in CA?

St Gabriel Elementary School is ranked #680 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Gabriel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Gabriel Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Gabriel Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Gabriel Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Gabriel Elementary School a religious school?

St Gabriel Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
443
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
SAN FRANCISCO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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