How we achieve our promise
- We blend rigorous academics with pre-professional classical arts training.
- We have small class sizes, dedicated teachers and an environment rooted in discipline, creativity, and character,
- Our students receive the foundation they need to lead with purpose and excel in everything they pursue.
Some Challenges The Youths Face
- Instant gratification that undermine perseverance
- Excessive attachment to electronics and social media, which often leads to anxiety and disconnection
- Bullying, peer pressure, and exposure to drug use, threatening both safety and self-worth
- A lack of focus, purpose, and moral grounding in many learning environments
Today's Main Education Problem
Youths are growing up in an increasingly complex and distracting world.
Our Solution
At HSArts, we believe that the best way to prepare students for the future is through a time-tested, disciplined approach to learning—one that cultivates excellence in both academics and the arts while building strong moral characters.
Results That Set Us Apart
- Top 50 National University Acceptance
UC Berkeley ∙ UCLA ∙ University of Michigan in Ann Arbor ∙ University of Southern California ∙ UC Santa Barbara ∙ UC Irvine ∙ UC Davis ∙ New York University ∙ UC San Diego
- Top College Admision
95%+ of graduates accepted into top universities
- Internationally Acclaimed Arts College Acceptances
Parsons School of Design ∙ Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) ∙ Pratt Institute ∙ School of Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) ∙ ArtCenter College of Design ∙ Maryland Institute College of Arts (MICA)
- Bilingual & Artistic Excellence
Students excel in two languages and the arts at a batinal level
National Recognition: AP Platinum Honor Roll—top 6% of U.S. high schools.
Arts Programs at HSArts
Arts Programs at HSArts
High School students follow a pathway of pre-professional courses based on their interest of study in the visual and performing arts.
Middle School students experience our comprehensive arts program to discover their artistic talents.
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Middle School students experience our comprehensive arts program to discover their artistic talents.
High School Academic Program
High School Academic Program
High school students engage in a rigorous, comprehensive, 4-year college preparatory program. Small class sizes facilitate a seminar-style engagement.
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Middle School Academic Program
Middle School Academic program
Middle School offers a rigorous academic program for students from grades 6 to 8 preparing them for our high school college preparatory program. Small class sizes facilitate a seminar-style engagement.
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Student Life
Student Life
HSArts students receive a holistic education that takes them beyond the classroom walls.
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Expert Artist-Teachers
Expert Artist-Teachers
Our teachers are subject experts and accomplished artists with great passion for their subject and arts. Learn from experienced and caring teachers ready to give you individualized support.
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Young Artists at HSArts
Young Artists at HSArts
All Bay Area students in grades K-12 can enroll to experience our diverse arts and academic after school programs and tutoring support.
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- Voices of parents and alumni
"[High School of the Arts] is AMAZING. The teacher and staff dedication is beyond par. They really do care about the children as a whole and take action when needed. Most schools our children have been to "talk about" their values a lot. [High School of the Arts] does. And it makes a world of difference. Highly recommend."
"[High School of the Arts] is AMAZING. The teacher and staff dedication is beyond par. They really do care about the children as a whole and take action when needed. Most schools our children have been to "talk about" their values a lot. [High School of the Arts] does. And it makes a world of difference. Highly recommend."
"She dances daily, is learning Mandarin (really learning it!) and has a terrific, quite traditional academic program."
"This school effectively supports students with learning differences. Because it is a smaller school, teachers are able to spend more time with each student and provide differentiated instructions when necessary."
"Fast forward five years, my daughter and son are now attending a top University of their choice and flourishing in college. Both were challenged with AP and Honors courses in class and performed in dance competitions and public events to build confidence, learn to work with others as a team, and share their love of the Chinese language and culture."
"Counterintuitively, the smaller community improved my social skills, pushing me out of my comfort zone to engage with everyone regardless of background instead of just hanging with a clique of similar kids like at my large “diverse” public school."
"This school develops strong character in its students, like integrity, compassion and respect. This school works really hard to develop and nurture a strong character in each student. Students are taught to be honest, more compassionate towards others, and respect everyone around them. I've received multiple such compliments about my children from parents and individuals from outside of school."
"I left my parents and came to the U.S. to study at the age of 14. At that time, my English was terrible, it was really hard for me to understand what people around me were saying. In my first year of high school, the ESL program at San Francisco High School of the Arts really helped me with improving my English skill. The teachers were really patient, there were many different activities that we could participate in. After four years of study at San Francisco High School of the Arts, I have successfully graduated and got offer letters from different universities.”