The Bay School of San Francisco
- Grades
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9–12
- Progressive
- College Prep
- Day
Who we are
Welcome to The Bay School of San Francisco!
Imagine going to high school every day, and instead of just absorbing information, you’re exploring, collaborating, and inventing.
That describes a typical day at The Bay School, where we know that when your education is lived, not lectured, you’ll gain unmatched skills, unlimited creativity, and unyielding confidence.
The rigorous design of Bay’s program has been implemented by only a handful of high schools around the country, and will set you apart in ways that last a lifetime.
Located in the heart of Presidio National Park, Bay is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school and a national leader in experiential education. Founded in 2004, Bay equips young people with the skills and mindset to approach any problem and find a way forward. You’ll learn with passionate and engaged faculty who create a challenging academic program built for hands-on learning and collaboration, all within a community that is invested in one another’s success.
Bay At-A-Glance
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School Type: Independent high school
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Enrollment: Approximately 430 students
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Average Class Size: 16 students
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Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 8:1
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Students of Color: 43%
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Geographic Reach: Bay families represent 50+ zip codes
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Athletics: 40+ teams across a variety of sports
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Clubs & Affinity Groups: 50+ student led clubs and affinity spaces
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Inclusive Tuition: One comprehensive tuition covers books, technology, meals, field trips, athletics, and more. Bay’s flexible tuition program supports more than 35% of families.
Please visit our website to learn more about our programs and offerings.
Come Visit Us!
To truly experience Bay, join us for one of our dynamic campus events. We recommend attending both a morning shadow visit and an Open House. Together, these experiences provide the fullest picture of Bay's innovative curriculum, vibrant community, and student life. Both events are open to prospective students and their parents/guardians, with dedicated programming for each group.
Learn more about the admissions season, explore opportunities to visit campus, and register for events here on Ravenna beginning August 14.
Contact Us
As you explore Bay, we're here to support you through every step of the admissions process. Please don't hesitate to contact us at admissions@bayschoolsf.org or 415.561.5800 ext. 4000.
We can't wait to meet you!
The Bay School Admissions Team
Amy G., Amy R., Boris, Elliot, Jessica & Terry
Morning Shadow Visit Registration
In order to register for a Morning Shadow Visit and our other events, scroll to the top of this page and click the Apply to school button on the right hand side. The application does not need to be completed or paid for to register. Upon answering a few questions, you will be brought to the application portal where you can register for a Morning Visit.
Here is a video walkthrough of the steps outlined above.