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#667 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 37% of private schools
The Hamlin School
Elementary School
2120 BROADWAY, San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#667 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#41 of 74
public schools
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About The Hamlin School
The Hamlin School is a private elementary school in San Francisco, CA. The Hamlin School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. The Hamlin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #667 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
The Hamlin 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 The Hamlin School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Hamlin School (this school) | 6.7 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori | 8.8 |
| Tule Elk Park Children Center | 7.6 |
| Sherman Elementary | 5.3 |
| Marina Middle | 8.1 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Spring Valley Elementary | 5.5 |
| Redding Elementary | 4.7 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary | 6.0 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy | 7.0 |
| Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary | 9.4 |
| Yick Wo Elementary | 8.9 |
| The New School of San Francisco | 6.8 |
| Creative Arts Charter | 3.9 |
| Gateway Middle | 7.0 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary | 7.6 |
| Tenderloin Community | 4.0 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary | 8.4 |
| Stockton (Commodore) Children Center | — |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary | 8.8 |
| Francisco Middle | 8.3 |
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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.
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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
2120 BROADWAY, San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Hamlin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Francisco Public Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tule Elk Park Children Center (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge, CA | 6.7 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 6.7 |
| American Union Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.7 |
| Arroyo Elementary Tustin, CA | 6.7 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 6.7 |
| Baldwin (Julia) Elementary San Jose, 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 ranks #667 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Hamlin School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Hamlin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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.
Neighborhood Context
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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 County
- Phone
- (415) 674-5428
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