Popular after school programs include Science Adventures, Music, coordinated and well organized off-campus sports led by volunteer parents and Cub Scouting. There is a need however for afterschool assistance for students who desire to do their homework while waiting to be picked up by their parents.
... Read moreRead less
Posted by a parent on 07/17/09
Our 2nd Gr son's transition from an independent school was very smooth. The school is well run, parent involvement is VERY high. Lots of sports, science adventures, music clubs, and Cub/Girl Scouts. The library is expanding. But a global school email is needed for more effective communication.
... Read moreRead less
Posted by a parent on 05/09/08
St. Philip's is one of the best values in San Francisco. The combination of a dedicated faculty and activist parents, supported by a parish who puts a high value on education, creats a community which works together to ensure the finest education for our children. Though we have endured a few rocky spots
... Read more this year, we have worked together to prevent these problems from affecting our childrens' education. St. Philip's graduates can get into any school to which they apply. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/13/06
The school was okay but not enough diversity and they ask for alot of money donation request...
... Read moreRead less
Posted by a parent on 07/06/06
This school is just amazing! Students are happy, confident, caring and well balanced individuals, academically and emotionally ready for high school and beyond! Schedule a tour and experience for yourself what makes St Philips special...
... Read moreRead less
Posted by a parent on 05/04/06
Contrary to a posted review, St Philip's does not have a full service cafeteria. However, the PTA provides hot lunches on Mondays and Fridays and an arrangement has been made with the local deli to provide lunch on other days. St Philips does have an art program, run by a volunteer parent and
... Read more provides a strong and well balanced curriculum to students of all ages and grades. Read less
Posted by a principal on 06/09/05
Our two children have been attending St. Philip School for four years. We are also participating members of St. Philip Parish. Here, we have seen our children grow into confident caring thinkers, interested in their community. Because St. Philip is a small school, (one class per grade level) the children
... Read more and families really grow together and support one another. The teachers at St.Philip are invested in our children and this school. They really get to know my child and listen to his/she learning needs. What a gem in the heart of San Francisco. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/09/05
St. Philip's School offers the perfect balance between education and community. The teachers are motivated, the families supportive and I see the results everyday in my children. They are interested in how the world works and what roll they play in it. There is an even balance between academic achievement
... Read more and personal development. And it isn't just about the kids...the parents are a vital part of this community. The people are nice, welcoming to newcomers, and want to have a good time while helping the school. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a Catholic school that is more progressive and open minded than the strict, traditional schools that many of us attended when we were young. There is structure when it is needed and flexibility when it will benefit learning. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/09/05
Those in the know call St Philip's 'Noe Valley's Best Kept Secret' and they know what they're talking about. Tucked away in a quiet residential area, Saint Philip's offers an excellent education to approximately 210 students from all walks of life. Students come from all over the Bay Area to share
... Read more in the success of this school and from the minute they walk through the door, they become a part of this very special community. Academics top the school's priority list, closely followed by Christian values, music, sports and afterschool programs. No grade is too late to join this 'family' and begin to prepare your child for a better future. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/08/05
Great neighborhood school, with a strong sense of community.
... Read moreRead less
*The resources listed are programs that the institution is staffed to support. Staffing for a program does not guarantee that it will be offered. This content is provided by the institution and may be incomplete. The institution may offer programs not listed here. Please contact the school directly for additional details.
Advanced Placement
AP classes are college-level classes offered at the high school level. Once a student completes an AP class and passes a final comprehensive examination conducted by the College Board, the student earns college credit for the course. AP classes are specific and not to be confused with other higher-level classes such as honors classes.
Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
San Francisco schools — St Philip School is located at 665 Elizabeth St, San Francisco CA 94114. 665 Elizabeth St is in the Noe Valley neighborhood and 94114 ZIP code in San Francisco, CA The school district for St Philip School is the Archdiocese San Francisco Off. St Philip School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
School information provided by OnBoard Informatics Copyright (c) 2008. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
We won't spam you. Nor will we give, sell, rent or otherwise make your email address available to third parties.
All our mailings include a link so you can easily unsubscribe. For more details, read our full privacy policy.
Parent Reviews
These reviews include feedback from parents, students, former students, administrators and other staff. This feedback
may help you further evaluate and compare schools, along with other information such as test scores, academic programs,
school resources, classroom and teacher ratios, etc. The reviews are provided by GreatSchools.
Ask a question about this school on Trulia Voices to learn more
about this school or district from residents and other local experts.
Test Score Ratings
Test score ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results reported by this state. These ratings may help
you compare similar schools in this district or area. For example, a rating of 8 indicates that, on average, students in
this school scored better than 70% of the students in the state on the same tests. We have indicated below which tests
were used in calculating these ratings. Other factors should be considered when comparing schools, including teacher
experience, academic programs, extracurricular activities, resources for special needs students, etc. These ratings are
not provided by the state Department of Education, which may have their own rating systems.
Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
