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Terra San Francisco School
Elementary School
3801 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
2.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Terra San Francisco School
Terra San Francisco School is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94121. The school serves approximately 39 students in grades Kindergarten – 3rd with a student-teacher ratio of 2.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $138,353, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 39 students, Terra San Francisco 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.4:1, Terra San Francisco School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Terra San Francisco 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
BetaHow Terra San Francisco School compares to 82 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Terra San Francisco School (this school) | — |
| Lafayette Elementary | 9.2 |
| Alamo Elementary | 8.7 |
| Key (Francis Scott) Elementary | 8.6 |
| Argonne Elementary | 6.4 |
| Lawton Alternative | 8.6 |
| Noriega Children Center | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 5.1 |
| Sutro Elementary | 9.4 |
| Sunset Elementary | 8.9 |
| Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary | 8.5 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary | 7.4 |
| Peabody (George) Elementary | 7.5 |
| Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary | 8.9 |
| S.F. County Special Education | 5.2 |
| Ulloa Elementary | 8.4 |
| Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary | 5.9 |
| New Traditions Elementary | 8.6 |
| Grattan Elementary | 9.2 |
| Clarendon Alternative Elementary | 8.1 |
| West Portal Elementary | 8.7 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 39 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.4:1
- Address
- 3801 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
- Phone
- (415) 906-2220
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
3801 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Terra San Francisco School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lafayette Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is Alamo Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| SAN FRANCISCO PACIFIC ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| San Francisco Pacific Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Kahlon Family Services School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Washington (George) High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Katherine Delmar Burke School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| KATHERINE DELMAR BURKE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Presidio Middle San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Bais Menacham Yeshiva Day School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| My City School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| MOTHER GOOSE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Key (Francis Scott) Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Holy Name Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | — |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,353
Median Home Value
$1,634,600
Median Rent
$2,327/mo
Population
42,987
College Educated
63.9%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Terra San Francisco School has a median household income of $138,353. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,634,600, with a median rent of $2,327/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% 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 Terra San Francisco School
What grades does Terra San Francisco School serve?
Terra San Francisco School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Terra San Francisco School?
Terra San Francisco School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Terra San Francisco School?
The student-teacher ratio at Terra San Francisco School is 2.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Terra San Francisco School a private school?
Yes, Terra San Francisco School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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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 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 39
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Francisco
- Phone
- (415) 906-2220
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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