San Francisco, CA · 7–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
838 Kearny St., 94108 · (415) 922-6081
Enrollment
173
Student:teacher
6:1
Published tuition
$50,000–$53,550
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary2026-2027 | Lower and Middle School | $50,000 | — |
| Middle school2026-2027 | Lower and Middle School | $50,000 | — |
| High school2026-2027 | High School | $53,550 | — |
Head of school
Melissa Myers
Head of School
Curriculum & special classes
Sterne School offers a college-preparatory program with an individualized, strengths-based approach, focusing on critical thinking and providing extra support. The high school curriculum meets "A-G" requirements, with an average class size of 10 students.
Financial aid
Roughly 30% of families receive some form of tuition assistance annually, which covers both yearly tuition and non-tuition expenses like after-school athletics and trips.
Before & after school care
Before school
Sterne's doors open at 8:30 a.m. for student arrivals.
After school
After school classes are offered, as well as aftercare until 6:00 p.m. through the local Salesian Boys and Girls Club (for grades 4–8).
Cost
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Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Sterne School utilizes Ravenna for its admissions process, which includes submitting an inquiry form, attending parent tours and interviews, and scheduling a student visit. The school offers both rolling admissions and a structured application timeline for entry for the following year.
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Rolling admissions are accepted year-round. For entry for next fall (2027-2028), the application deadline is January 5, 2027. Tuition assistance applications for new families are due by February 6, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year, and February 5, 2027 for the 2027-2028 school year.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Inquiry form, Ravenna application, Parent Tour, Parent Interview, Student Visit (including math, reading, comprehension assessment for grades 4-8, and High School teacher interview for grades 9-12), submission of supplemental documents.
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