Catholic elementary school in San Francisco supporting students with learning differences
St. Finn Barr Catholic School in San Francisco is a co-ed institution serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade, with a strong commitment to supporting students with learning differences and moderate learning disabilities. The school recognizes that each child has unique educational needs and potential, offering individualized support within a structured Catholic educational framework.
The school maintains an average class size of 27 students, with 50% of faculty holding advanced degrees, ensuring quality instruction and specialized attention. St. Finn Barr emphasizes a balanced approach to education, nurturing spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. The school works closely with families as primary educators, fostering collaboration to support each child's academic and personal success.
Students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular activities including sports (basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, tennis, and martial arts), music programs (choir, piano, guitar, and symphonic band), and clubs such as coding, gardening, and engineering. With 50% of students receiving financial aid, the school is committed to accessibility. Tuition for the 2019-2020 school year was $6,892, and rolling admissions are available. For more information, contact the admissions director at (415) 333-1800 or visit stfinnbarr.org.
At a Glance
GradesKindergarten-8
Students255
Class Size27:1 ratio
Tuition$6,892
Fin. Aid50% receive aid
Est.1962
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1962 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,892 |
| Tuition Notes | 2019-2020 school year "Participant" rate for 1 child. More tuition information available at, www.stfinnbarr.org |
| Total Students | 255 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Average Class Size | 27 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Mele Mortonson |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 50 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $700 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 19 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
All Moderate LD Supported
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Martial Arts · Soccer · Tennis · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · ANTS Karate · Engineering For Kids · Gardening Club · MV Code Club · Spanish Club · Study Hall · YouthSF · Arts and Music Programs: · Choir · Guitar · Linda's Musical Productions · Piano · symphonic band · Recreational Athletic Programs: · ANTS Basketball · SFB Sports Program K-8 · Soccer Shots (Skills Camp) |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Other religious school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | stfinnbarr.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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