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#388 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 4% in state

Muir (john) Elementary

Elementary School · San Francisco Unified

380 Webster St., San Francisco, CA 94117

Enrollment

226

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#16 of 119

public schools

California elementary schools

#295 of 5,817

In district

#16 of 103

San Francisco Unified

Equity

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Muir (john) Elementary

Muir (john) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 226 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 95.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 68% proficiency in math, 28 points above the state average and 48% in reading/language arts, 3 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $175,096, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7%
Math vs. State Avg+23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)31%
vs. Expected+26.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,682

Muir (john) Elementary — Students at Muir (john) Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.5%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 48.1%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
70.2%
ELA
45.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Muir (john) Elementary Compares

See how Muir (john) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in CA
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

380 Webster St., San Francisco, CA 94117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Muir (john) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sanchez Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco 0.1 mi 7.5
LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco 0.1 mi 7.9
San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco 0.1 mi
Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.0
SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco 0.5 mi 6.8
San Francisco Friends School San Francisco 0.5 mi
MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.5 mi 7.5
S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.5
Gateway Middle San Francisco 0.5 mi 6.1
Creative Arts Charter San Francisco 0.6 mi 4.3
Mission Dolores Academy San Francisco 0.6 mi
Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.0
MISSION DOLORES ACADEMY San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.7
Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco 0.6 mi
Everett Middle San Francisco 0.7 mi 3.9
McKinley Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.6
CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.7
Sanchez Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 7.6
MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.0
Jewish Community High School of the Bay San Francisco 0.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,096

Median Home Value

$1,641,400

Median Rent

$2,786/mo

Population

37,575

College Educated

78.3%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

35

Community Profile

The community surrounding Muir (john) Elementary has a median household income of $175,096. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,641,400, with a median rent of $2,786/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Central Elementary Baldwin Park, CA 8.8
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Dorris Place Elementary Los Angeles, CA 8.8
Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo, CA 8.8
Inyokern Elementary Inyokern, CA 8.8
Montague Elementary Santa Clara, CA 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Muir (john) Elementary

What grades does Muir (john) Elementary serve?

Muir (john) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Muir (john) Elementary?

Muir (john) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Muir (john) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Muir (john) Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Muir (john) Elementary rank in CA?

Muir (john) Elementary is ranked #388 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Muir (john) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Muir (john) Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Muir (john) Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Muir (john) Elementary has 67.5% math proficiency and 48.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Muir (john) Elementary a charter school?

No, Muir (john) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Muir (john) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Muir (john) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Muir (john) Elementary?

76.1% of students at Muir (john) Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
96 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.

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9.4
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9.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

San Francisco Unified
District Enrollment
48,736
Schools in District
113
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,909
District Rank
#16 of 103

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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