Very Good
#459 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 26% of private schools
Sterne School
School
838 KEARNY ST, San Francisco, CA 94108
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#459 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#28 of 74
public schools
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Sterne School
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About Sterne School
Sterne School is a private school in San Francisco, CA. Sterne School serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sterne School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #459 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, Sterne School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Sterne School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sterne 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 Sterne School compares to 120 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sterne School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Lee (Edwin and Anita) Newcomer | — |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary | 9.1 |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary | 8.8 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary | 8.4 |
| Garfield Elementary | 8.2 |
| The New School of San Francisco | 6.8 |
| Francisco Middle | 8.3 |
| Yick Wo Elementary | 8.9 |
| Spring Valley Elementary | 5.5 |
| Redding Elementary | 4.7 |
| Galileo High | 8.4 |
| Sherman Elementary | 5.3 |
| Tenderloin Community | 4.0 |
| Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) | 4.0 |
| Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) | 2.9 |
| Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC | 2.9 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.6 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori | 8.8 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Marina Middle | 8.1 |
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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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
838 KEARNY ST, San Francisco, CA 94108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sterne School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Chin (John Yehall) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yick Wo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sterne School San Francisco | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lee (Edwin and Anita) Newcomer San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| Sovereign Private School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Stockton (Commodore) Children Center San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| CUMBERLAND CHINESE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Garfield Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Fusion Academy San Francisco San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Enlighten Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Cathedral School for Boys San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Francisco Middle San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| The New School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Yick Wo Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Splash Learning Online San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,864
Median Home Value
$1,207,500
Median Rent
$1,562/mo
Population
11,008
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
9.1%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JOAN MACY SCHOOL La Verne, CA | 7.1 |
| ORANGE CRESCENT SCHOOL Garden Grove, CA | 7.1 |
| Oak Park Independent Oak Park, CA | 7.1 |
| PALM VALLEY SCHOOL Rancho Mirage, CA | 7.1 |
| Redding Collegiate Academy Redding, CA | 7.1 |
| SPIRIT ACADEMY Orange, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sterne School
What grades does Sterne School serve?
Sterne School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Sterne School?
Sterne School has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sterne School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sterne School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sterne School rank in CA?
Sterne School ranks #459 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sterne School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sterne School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sterne School a private school?
Yes, Sterne 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 Sterne School a religious school?
No, Sterne School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 173
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 922-6081
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