Urban School Of San Francisco vs. Drew School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Urban School Of San Francisco ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Drew School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
Overview
Urban School believes there is a better way to educate high school students.
For more than half a century our educational innovations have ignited the minds of Urban graduates, who pursue their passion for learning at the nation`s best colleges, and who go out into the world uniquely equipped to solve the challenges their generation will face.
Urban teaches students how to think, not what to think.
We seek students with an enthusiastic approach to learning and a clear capacity for success in a rigorous academic program.
Urban`s extraordinary teachers challenge our 420 students with a college-preparatory curriculum in math, science, arts and humanities with comprehensive service learning and competitive athletics programs, and a rich selection of co-curricular activities.
Through strong relationships with their teachers, advisors and with each other, Urban students learn early on how to navigate a culture of collaboration, inclusion and mutual respect.
Come as you are. Become what you want. Drew School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational college preparatory school serving grades 912.
At Drew, kids break the mold instead of fitting into one.
We know that teenagers learn better and achieve more when they're in an environment where their happiness, well-being and ideas are taken into account. That's why we've spent years developing a unique and supportive culture that removes barriers to learning, boosts confidence, and sets students up to be the best learners they can be.
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia / Language-based or Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1966
1908
Students Body
Total Students
420 students
284 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
56%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Grade 9 Students
112
63
Grade 10 Students
107
75
Grade 11 Students
101
71
Grade 12 Students
100
75
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
56%
63%
Average Class Size
15
14
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
9:1
List of Courses Offered
Matric. DataMatriculation Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 8
Jan. 8 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$65,044
$64,200
Tuition Notes
n/a
Tuition for 2025–26 is $64,200. A required, non-refundable 10% deposit is due with a signed enrollment agreement in March. Multiple payment plans are available. Tuition Assistance is available.
% on Financial Aid
30%
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$43,696
n/a
Admissions Director
Lauren Byrne
Joanna Lovett
Admissions Associate
n/a
Andrea Richerson
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14
14
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
6
5
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Affinity & Ally SpacesGreen Team
HIPEJournalism
Student Leadership CommitteeUnited Nations
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Mock TrialModel UN
Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Musical Theatre ProductionTheater Production


