Excellent
#108 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Lafayette Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
4545 Anza St., San Francisco, CA 94121
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#108 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#5 of 120
public schools
In district
#5 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Lafayette Elementary
Lafayette Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Lafayette Elementary serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lafayette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lafayette Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Lafayette Elementary runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Lafayette Elementary — Students at Lafayette Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 9.1/10.
How Lafayette Elementary Compares
See how Lafayette Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4545 Anza St., San Francisco, CA 94121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lafayette Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Alamo Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KATHERINE DELMAR BURKE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Pacific Academy San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO PACIFIC ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Terra San Francisco School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Kahlon Family Services School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Washington (George) High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Katherine Delmar Burke School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| KATHERINE DELMAR BURKE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Presidio Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Bais Menacham Yeshiva Day School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MOTHER GOOSE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| My City School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Holy Name Elementary San Francisco | 1.4 mi | — |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Key (Francis Scott) Elementary San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,353
Median Home Value
$1,634,600
Median Rent
$2,327/mo
Population
42,987
College Educated
63.9%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Banyan Elementary Newbury Park, CA | 9.3 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley, CA | 9.3 |
| Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.3 |
| Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco, CA | 9.3 |
| Edith Landels Elementary Mountain View, CA | 9.3 |
Compare Lafayette Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareLafayette Elementary vs Sutro ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 -0.1 vs Lafayette Elementary
- CompareLafayette Elementary vs King (Thomas Starr) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.1 vs Lafayette Elementary
- CompareLafayette Elementary vs Lilienthal (Claire) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.1 vs Lafayette Elementary
- CompareLafayette Elementary vs Cobb (William L.) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 6.8/10 -2.5 vs Lafayette Elementary
- CompareLafayette Elementary vs Sunset ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 -0.1 vs Lafayette Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lafayette Elementary
What grades does Lafayette Elementary serve?
Lafayette Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lafayette Elementary?
Lafayette Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lafayette Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lafayette Elementary rank in CA?
Lafayette Elementary ranks #108 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lafayette Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lafayette Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Lafayette Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lafayette Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lafayette Elementary a charter school?
No, Lafayette Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lafayette Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lafayette Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lafayette Elementary?
27.6% of students at Lafayette 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (415) 750-8483
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #5 of 103
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