Of the four religious schools on Brotherhood Way, St. Thomas More, the largest, is the Catholic School.
Expansion at St. Thomas More will encompass a permanent facility for our kindergarten, replacing the portable classrooms now housing that grade, the addition of a pre-school, a library/media centre, a science/art instruction area, a fully fitted kitchen and a large multi-purpose meeting area for use by the school, the Archdiocese, and the wider community.
Kindergarten program at St. Thomas More School has a decidedly academic approach.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Thomas More Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
297 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
87%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Thomas More Elementary School's ranking?
St. Thomas More Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas More Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Thomas More Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Thomas More Elementary School located?
St. Thomas More Elementary School is located in the Lakeshore neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in Lakeshore.
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