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The Brandeis School of San Francisco

Elementary School

655 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA 94132

Private

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2024-25

About The Brandeis School of San Francisco

The Brandeis School of San Francisco is an private elementary school in San Francisco, CA 94132. The school serves approximately 354 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $118,557, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.9:1, The Brandeis School of San Francisco 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, The Brandeis School of San Francisco 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 The Brandeis School of San Francisco compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
354
This School
vs
363
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Brandeis School of San Francisco (this school)
Ortega (Jose) Elementary 7.0
Sheridan Elementary 7.4
Aptos Middle 8.5
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary 7.5
Lakeshore Alternative Elementary 8.5
Longfellow Elementary 5.8
Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary 5.9
Denman (James) Middle 5.4
Sunnyside Elementary 5.8
Ulloa Elementary 8.4
West Portal Elementary 8.7
Hoover (Herbert) Middle 7.0
Miraloma Elementary 6.9
Guadalupe Elementary 4.5
S.F. County Special Education 5.2
San Francisco Community Alternative 8.4
Glen Park Elementary 8.2
S.F. County Court Woodside Learning Ctr
Cleveland Elementary 6.3
Monroe Elementary 7.9

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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 – 8th
Enrollment
354 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Address
655 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA 94132
Phone
(415) 406-1035
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

655 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA 94132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Brandeis School of San Francisco may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sloat (Commodore) Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away). Another option is Sheridan Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Daly City). For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.0 mi 7.0
ST THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.1 mi 6.1
KZV Armenian School San Francisco 0.2 mi
KZV ARMENIAN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.2 mi 6.8
Westlake Elementary Daly City 0.6 mi 4.9
Ortega (Jose) Elementary San Francisco 0.5 mi 7.0
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City 0.9 mi 7.1
Chinese American International School- 19th Ave Campus San Francisco 1.1 mi
Sheridan Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 7.4
STRATFORD SCHOOL - SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 1.0 mi 5.7
OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Daly City 1.0 mi 7.2
St. Stephen School San Francisco 1.2 mi
Lakeside Presbyterian Center for Children San Francisco 1.2 mi
ST STEPHEN SCHOOL San Francisco 1.2 mi 5.9
LAKESIDE PRES. CENTER FOR CHILDREN San Francisco 1.2 mi
Lowell High San Francisco 1.2 mi 8.0
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary San Francisco 1.3 mi 7.5
Aptos Middle San Francisco 1.2 mi 8.5
Garden Village Elementary Colma 1.3 mi 7.2
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate Colma 1.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,557

Median Home Value

$1,458,700

Median Rent

$2,503/mo

Population

27,406

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

46.4%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

39.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Brandeis School of San Francisco has a median household income of $118,557. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,458,700, with a median rent of $2,503/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.0%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Brandeis School of San Francisco

What grades does The Brandeis School of San Francisco serve?

The Brandeis School of San Francisco serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Brandeis School of San Francisco?

The Brandeis School of San Francisco has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Brandeis School of San Francisco?

The student-teacher ratio at The Brandeis School of San Francisco is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is The Brandeis School of San Francisco a private school?

Yes, The Brandeis School of San Francisco 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 – 8th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
San Francisco
Data Year
2025–2026

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