Alt School (Closed 2021)

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Alt School in San Francisco, CA enrolls 261 students in grades K鈥�8 within a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased private school setting.

The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 5:1 with 49 teachers serving its K鈥�8 enrollment.

Alt School's student population includes 35% students of color, reflecting diversity in an urban learning environment.

The school provides regular elementary and secondary education in a co鈥揺d format, located in a large city community.

Tuition and acceptance rate details are consistent with typical ranges for San Francisco private schools.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

261 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

35%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

49 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Alt School?

The application deadline for Alt School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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