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San Francisco Preparatory Academy Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $21,500/year74% above national avg . Located in San Francisco, California.

$21,500
Annual Tuition
$1,792
Per Month
1,009
Enrolled Students
$357,476
K–12 Total Est.

How San Francisco Preparatory Academy Compares

San Francisco Preparatory Academy $21,500/yr
California Average $15,680/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

San Francisco Preparatory Academy tuition is 37% above California avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$18,300/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$21,500/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$25,800/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $21,500/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at San Francisco Preparatory Academy would cost approximately:

$357,476

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
San Francisco, CA
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
1,009 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Francisco Preparatory Academy tuition cost?

San Francisco Preparatory Academy charges $21,500/year in 2026 — 74% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in San Francisco, California. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending San Francisco Preparatory Academy from K–12?

At the current tuition of $21,500/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for San Francisco Preparatory Academy is approximately $357,476. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does San Francisco Preparatory Academy tuition compare to other California private schools?

San Francisco Preparatory Academy's tuition of $21,500/year is $5,820 above the California private school average of $15,680/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in California.

Does San Francisco Preparatory Academy offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact San Francisco Preparatory Academy's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.