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#987 of 1,790 private schools in CA

St Vincent De Paul School

Elementary School

2350 GREEN ST, San Francisco, CA 94123

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#55 of 74

public schools

California elementary schools

#579 of 1,102

About St Vincent De Paul School

ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL serves 229 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in San Francisco's affluent Pacific Heights neighborhood. With a student-teacher ratio of 14:1 and 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides relatively small class sizes that allow for more individualized attention. The school holds a solid 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, though it ranks in the 36th percentile among California elementary schools at #1148 out of 1790 schools statewide.

This suggests the school is performing reasonably well while having room for continued academic growth and development. Located in ZIP code 94123, ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL sits in one of San Francisco's most educated and economically advantaged communities. The surrounding neighborhood boasts a median household income of $211,854 and a remarkable 86% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

With a poverty rate of just 4.5% and median home values exceeding $2 million, the area reflects the high-achieving, professional families that characterize much of Pacific Heights. The school operates as a regular public elementary school in this prestigious San Francisco neighborhood, serving families in an environment where educational attainment and community resources are abundant.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Vincent De Paul 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 Vincent De Paul School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
229
This School
vs
363
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.5% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
St Vincent De Paul School San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Vincent De Paul School (this school) 6.1
Tule Elk Park Children Center 8.0
San Francisco Public Montessori 5.9
Marina Middle 7.1
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary 9.0
Cobb (William L.) Elementary 9.0
Sherman Elementary 5.2
KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy 6.3
Parks (Rosa) Elementary 5.0
Spring Valley Elementary 4.7
Redding Elementary 3.8
Creative Arts Charter 4.3
Gateway Middle 6.1
Yick Wo Elementary 6.9
The New School of San Francisco 6.8
S.F. County Civic Center Secondary 7.5
Tenderloin Community 6.0
Parker (Jean) Elementary 9.5
Roosevelt Middle 7.8
Francisco Middle 5.8
Stockton (Commodore) Children Center

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)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14:1
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)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
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 229
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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 68.6%
Hispanic 13.5%
Two or More 13.1%
Black 2.2%
Asian 1.7%
Native American 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2350 GREEN ST, San Francisco, CA 94123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Vincent De Paul School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cobb (William L.) Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tule Elk Park Children Center (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hillwood Academic Day San Francisco 0.2 mi
HILLWOOD ACADEMIC DAY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.2 mi
Convent & Stuart Hall, Schools of the Sacred Heart - San Francisco San Francisco 0.2 mi
CONVENT & STUART HALL SCHOOLS OF THE SACRED HEART San Francisco 0.2 mi 6.2
ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY San Francisco 0.3 mi 5.1
TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS San Francisco 0.3 mi 7.6
Town School for Boys San Francisco 0.3 mi
Tule Elk Park Children Center San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.0
The Hamlin School San Francisco 0.3 mi
San Francisco Public Montessori San Francisco 0.3 mi 5.9
HAMLIN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi 7.0
THE HAMLIN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.7
Marina Middle San Francisco 0.4 mi 7.1
San Francisco Waldorf School San Francisco 0.4 mi
SAN FRANCISCO WALDORF SCHOOL San Francisco 0.4 mi 7.2
Cobb (William L.) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.0
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.0
San Francisco University High School San Francisco 0.5 mi
SAN FRANCISCO UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.4
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FORT MASON San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$222,689

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,248/mo

Population

24,518

College Educated

85.6%

Homeownership

28.7%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

33.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Vincent De Paul School has a median household income of $222,689. It is a well-educated community where 86% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,248/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% 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 St Vincent De Paul School

What grades does St Vincent De Paul School serve?

St Vincent De Paul School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Vincent De Paul School?

St Vincent De Paul School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Vincent De Paul School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Vincent De Paul School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Vincent De Paul School rank in CA?

St Vincent De Paul School is ranked #987 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Vincent De Paul School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Vincent De Paul School has a composite rating of 6.1 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 Vincent De Paul School a private school?

Yes, St Vincent De Paul 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 Vincent De Paul School a religious school?

St Vincent De Paul 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
229
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
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

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