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#668 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 37% of private schools

The Hamlin School

Elementary School

2120 BROADWAY, San Francisco, CA 94115

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#41 of 74

public schools

California elementary schools

#373 of 1,102

About The Hamlin School

THE HAMLIN SCHOOL serves 435 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in San Francisco's affluent Pacific Heights neighborhood. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable 12.0:1 student-teacher ratio with 36 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a strong 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence.

While ranking at the 50th percentile among California's elementary schools (#904 out of 1790), THE HAMLIN SCHOOL serves a community where academic achievement is highly valued. The surrounding neighborhood reflects the school's educational focus, with 73% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Families in the area demonstrate significant investment in education, as evidenced by the median household income of $149,927 and median home values reaching $1.7 million.

Despite the overall affluence, the community maintains some economic diversity, with 13.1% of residents experiencing poverty. Located at 2120 Broadway, THE HAMLIN SCHOOL sits in the heart of one of San Francisco's most desirable residential areas, where tree-lined streets and historic architecture create an inspiring environment for learning and growth.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, The Hamlin 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 The Hamlin School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
435
This School
vs
363
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48% vs 0%
Asian 11% vs 0%
Black 3.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%
The Hamlin School San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Hamlin School (this school) 6.7
San Francisco Public Montessori 5.9
Tule Elk Park Children Center 8.0
Sherman Elementary 5.2
Marina Middle 7.1
Cobb (William L.) Elementary 9.0
Spring Valley Elementary 4.7
Redding Elementary 3.8
Parks (Rosa) Elementary 5.0
KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy 6.3
Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary 9.0
Yick Wo Elementary 6.9
The New School of San Francisco 6.8
Creative Arts Charter 4.3
Gateway Middle 6.1
S.F. County Civic Center Secondary 7.5
Tenderloin Community 6.0
Parker (Jean) Elementary 9.5
Stockton (Commodore) Children Center
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary 8.3
Francisco Middle 5.8

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 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,214.1
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 63%
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 435
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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 48.0%
Two or More 35.9%
Asian 11.0%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2120 BROADWAY, San Francisco, CA 94115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Hamlin 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 Tule Elk Park Children Center (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HAMLIN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.0 mi 7.0
The Hamlin School San Francisco 0.0 mi
CONVENT & STUART HALL SCHOOLS OF THE SACRED HEART San Francisco 0.1 mi 6.2
Convent & Stuart Hall, Schools of the Sacred Heart - San Francisco San Francisco 0.1 mi
San Francisco Public Montessori San Francisco 0.1 mi 5.9
Tule Elk Park Children Center San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.0
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.1
Sherman Elementary San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.2
ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.1
ST BRIGID SCHOOL San Francisco 0.4 mi 7.5
Saint Brigid Academy San Francisco 0.4 mi
Hillwood Academic Day San Francisco 0.4 mi
HILLWOOD ACADEMIC DAY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.4 mi
Marina Middle San Francisco 0.5 mi 7.1
TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS San Francisco 0.5 mi 7.6
Town School for Boys San Francisco 0.5 mi
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FORT MASON San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.8
Cobb (William L.) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.0
San Francisco Waldorf School San Francisco 0.6 mi
SAN FRANCISCO WALDORF SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$154,264

Median Home Value

$1,684,100

Median Rent

$2,380/mo

Population

32,715

College Educated

73.6%

Homeownership

24.8%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

37.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Hamlin School has a median household income of $154,264. It is a well-educated community where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,684,100, with a median rent of $2,380/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress, CA 6.7
ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge, CA 6.7
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento, CA 6.7
Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA 6.7
Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach, CA 6.7
Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Hamlin School

What grades does The Hamlin School serve?

The Hamlin School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Hamlin School?

The Hamlin School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hamlin School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Hamlin School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Hamlin School rank in CA?

The Hamlin School is ranked #668 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is The Hamlin School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Hamlin School has a composite rating of 6.7 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 The Hamlin School a private school?

Yes, The Hamlin School is a private all-girls 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 The Hamlin School a religious school?

No, The Hamlin School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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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
435
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Large City
County
SAN FRANCISCO
Data Year
2022–2023

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