Excellent
#1020 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
High School · San Francisco Unified
555 Portola Dr., San Francisco, CA 94131
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,020 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#33 of 120
public schools
In district
#32 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
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About Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,020 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School — Students at Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School Compares
See how Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
555 Portola Dr., San Francisco, CA 94131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academy (The)- SF @McAteer (rated 7.5/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy (The)- SF @McAteer San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| S.F. County Court Woodside Learning Ctr San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Miraloma Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Clarendon Alternative Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Rooftop Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ST FINN BARR CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Sunnyside Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| St. Philip School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| St. Finn Barr Catholic School San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| West Portal Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ST PHILIP SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Eureka Learning Center San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| EUREKA LEARNING CENTER San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| Wen Jian Ying San Francisco | 1.2 mi | — |
| WEN JIAN YING San Francisco | 1.2 mi | — |
| ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Lick (James) Middle San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$198,779
Median Home Value
$1,749,500
Median Rent
$2,971/mo
Population
27,809
College Educated
77.6%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
40.9
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- CompareAsawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School vs Washington (George) HighSan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.7/10 +0.3 vs Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
- CompareAsawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School vs Balboa HighSan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.2/10 -0.2 vs Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School
What grades does Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School serve?
Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School?
Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School?
The student-teacher ratio at Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School rank in CA?
Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School ranks #1,020 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School's MySchoolScout rating?
Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School a charter school?
No, Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School a Title I school?
No, Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School?
18.2% of students at Asawa (ruth) Sf Sch of the Arts a Public School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Compare Selected →Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (415) 695-5700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #32 of 103
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