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#1532 of 1,790 private schools in CA

St Peter's School

Elementary School

1266 FLORIDA ST, San Francisco, CA 94110

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

196

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#72 of 74

public schools

California elementary schools

#932 of 1,102

About St Peter's School

St. Peter's School serves 196 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in San Francisco's Mission District. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.7 to 1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more personalized attention in the classroom.

The school earns a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 25th percentile among California elementary schools, positioning at #1339 out of 1790 schools statewide. While this indicates room for academic growth, the school serves a community with strong educational values and resources to support student development. St.

Peter's School is located in the 94110 zip code area, where families demonstrate a strong commitment to education with 61% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood reflects economic stability with a median household income of $152,115 and median home values of $1,446,800, while maintaining relative affordability with a 10.1% poverty rate. The school sits on Florida Street in San Francisco's vibrant urban environment, where nearly 70,000 residents create a diverse and engaged community that values educational achievement and provides a rich cultural backdrop for student learning.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 196 students, St Peter's School 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.

As a private school, St Peter's 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 Peter's School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
196
This School
vs
363
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 98% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Black 0.5% vs 0%
St Peter's School San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Peter's School (this school) 5.0
S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) 7.5
Mission Preparatory 4.1
Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary 8.3
Bryant Elementary 3.2
Moscone (George R.) Elementary 5.5
Chavez (Cesar) Elementary 5.5
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 5.7
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary 9.3
S.F. International High 5.4
Thomas Edison Charter Academy 4.5
Webster (Daniel) Elementary 9.0
Revere (Paul) Elementary 4.8
Huerta (Dolores) Elementary 8.1
Marshall Elementary 3.9
Serra (Junipero) Elementary 7.8
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle 8.4
Lick (James) Middle 5.8
Mission Education Center 5.1
Everett Middle 3.9
Sanchez Elementary 7.6

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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.

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+ 4.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.7:1
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)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 4%
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 196
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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)

Hispanic 98.0%
Asian 1.5%
Black 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1266 FLORIDA ST, San Francisco, CA 94110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Peter's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King (Thomas Starr) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SYNERGY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Peter's School San Francisco 0.0 mi
S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) San Francisco 0.1 mi 7.5
Mission Preparatory San Francisco 0.3 mi 4.1
Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.3
Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 5.5
Bryant Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 3.2
Meadows-livingstone school San Francisco 0.3 mi
ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.2
St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco 0.4 mi
MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi
Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.5
Eclipse Academy San Francisco 0.4 mi
Donum Dei Classical Academy San Francisco 0.4 mi
O'Connell (John) High San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.6
Synergy School San Francisco 0.5 mi
SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.2
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco 0.6 mi 5.7
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.3
Downtown High San Francisco 0.8 mi 5.4
LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco 0.8 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$152,403

Median Home Value

$1,500,200

Median Rent

$2,404/mo

Population

66,687

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

41.6%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

39.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Peter's School has a median household income of $152,403. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,500,200, with a median rent of $2,404/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Peter's School

What grades does St Peter's School serve?

St Peter's School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Peter's School?

St Peter's School has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter's School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Peter's School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Peter's School rank in CA?

St Peter's School is ranked #1532 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Peter's School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Peter's School has a composite rating of 5.0 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 Peter's School a private school?

Yes, St Peter's 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 Peter's School a religious school?

St Peter's 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
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
196
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
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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