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#1460 of 1,790 private schools in CA

St Ignatius College Preparatory

High School

2001 37TH 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

1,589

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#67 of 74

public schools

California high schools

#236 of 277

About St Ignatius College Preparatory

ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY serves 1,589 students in grades 6 through 12 in San Francisco, California. With 131 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school earns a solid 8.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #986 out of 1,790 schools statewide, placing it in the 45th percentile among California schools.

This mid-tier ranking positions St. Ignatius as a school with room for academic growth while serving a substantial student body across seven grade levels. Located at 2001 37th Avenue, St.

Ignatius sits in the 94116 ZIP code, 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 6.4%. This ZIP code area is home to 43,903 residents.

The school operates within San Francisco's dynamic urban environment, giving students access to the cultural and educational opportunities that come with attending school in one of California's major metropolitan areas.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Ignatius College Preparatory 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 Ignatius College Preparatory compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
This School
vs
20.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,589
This School
vs
648
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 41% vs 0%
Asian 12.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
St Ignatius College Preparatory San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
St Ignatius College Preparatory (this school) 5.2
Giannini (A.P.) Middle 8.0
S.F. County Special Education 5.2
Lawton Alternative 8.6
Lincoln (Abraham) High 7.9
Lowell High 8.0
Hoover (Herbert) Middle 7.0
Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary 8.9
Independence High 7.8
Washington (George) High 9.2
Aptos Middle 8.5
Presidio Middle 6.4
S.F. County Court Woodside Learning Ctr
Asawa (Ruth) SF Sch of the Arts A Public School 9.3
Academy (The)- SF @McAteer 7.3
Rooftop Elementary 6.9
Roosevelt Middle 7.8
City Arts & Leadership Academy 6.9
Denman (James) Middle 5.4
Lick (James) Middle 5.8
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High 6.6

Showing 20 of 55 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)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,026
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 72%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Enrollment 1,589
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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 41.0%
Two or More 28.9%
Asian 12.7%
Hispanic 6.7%
Pacific Islander 5.2%
Black 4.5%
Native American 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2001 37TH AVE, San Francisco, CA 94116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ignatius College Preparatory may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sunset Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lawton Alternative (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Ignatius College Preparatory San Francisco 0.0 mi
Giannini (A.P.) Middle San Francisco 0.2 mi 8.0
Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary San Francisco 0.2 mi 8.5
Sunset Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.9
S.F. County Special Education San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.2
WEST PORTAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.5 mi 5.1
ST GABRIEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.6
St. Gabriel Elementary School San Francisco 0.6 mi
Noriega Children Center San Francisco 0.6 mi 8.0
HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 7.5
Holy Name Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi
Ulloa Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.4
Lawton Alternative San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.6
Key (Francis Scott) Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.6
Edgewood Community School San Francisco 0.8 mi
EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES San Francisco 0.9 mi
Lincoln (Abraham) High San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.9
Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary San Francisco 1.0 mi 5.9
Lycee Francais de San Francisco (Ortega) San Francisco 1.1 mi
Lakeshore Alternative Elementary San Francisco 1.3 mi 8.5

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 Ignatius College Preparatory 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.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bellflower High Bellflower, CA 5.2
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Herbert Hoover High Fresno, CA 5.2
Indio High Indio, CA 5.2
Lindhurst High Olivehurst, CA 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ignatius College Preparatory

What grades does St Ignatius College Preparatory serve?

St Ignatius College Preparatory serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend St Ignatius College Preparatory?

St Ignatius College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 1,589 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius College Preparatory?

The student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius College Preparatory is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Ignatius College Preparatory rank in CA?

St Ignatius College Preparatory is ranked #1460 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Ignatius College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?

St Ignatius College Preparatory has a composite rating of 5.2 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 Ignatius College Preparatory a private school?

Yes, St Ignatius College Preparatory 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 Ignatius College Preparatory a religious school?

St Ignatius College Preparatory has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,589
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
131
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
171 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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