San Francisco, CA · 1–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
250 Valencia St., 94103 · (415) 565-0400
Enrollment
441
Student:teacher
12:1
Published tuition
$46,250–$47,775
Application fee
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Tuition by division
We don't have a grade-by-grade tuition breakdown for this school yet. The published range across all divisions is $46,250–$47,775. Most independent schools charge different rates for preschool, elementary, middle and upper school.
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Head of school
Brenda Leaks
Head of School
Brenda Leaks is a seasoned school leader known for her deep commitment to teaching and learning, and her thoughtful leadership of mission-driven independent schools. She currently serves as Head of School at Seattle Girls’ School, a role she has held since 2016.
Curriculum & special classes
San Francisco Friends School offers an education rooted in a 350-year tradition of Friends education, emphasizing both academics and character. The curriculum aims to foster students who can listen, see the inner light in others, take multiple perspectives, and develop a sense of personal responsibility for the world.
Financial aid
The school offers an Adjustable Tuition program, committing around 20% of its budget to promote socioeconomic diversity. They use Clarity, an online financial aid application service, to assess a family's ability to contribute towards tuition.
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Extended Day (after school program for grades K - 4) is available but not included in tuition. After 3 (after school program for grades 5 - 8) is included in tuition.
Cost
Costs for Extended Day and after school enrichment classes are additional, but discounted for families with adjusted tuition.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process begins with requesting information and creating a profile in Ravenna. Families are encouraged to visit the school and attend information sessions. After attending an event, parents can submit an application, schedule a parent/guardian meeting, and their child will participate in a student visit and assessment. Decisions are emailed in March.
Apply by
Kindergarten applications are due by December 19, 2025. 1st - 4th grade applications are due by January 9, 2026. Middle School applications (5th-8th grade) and all supporting materials are due on January 9, 2026.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Online application, application fee, student evaluation forms from current/former teachers, transcripts (for 1st-8th grade), parent/guardian meeting, student visit and assessment. Standardized testing is not required for Middle School.
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