Excellent
#878 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Alamo Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
250 23rd Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#878 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#30 of 120
public schools
In district
#29 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Alamo Elementary
Alamo Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Alamo Elementary serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alamo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #878 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alamo Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Alamo Elementary runs 23.1:1 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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Alamo Elementary — Students at Alamo Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Alamo Elementary Compares
See how Alamo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
250 23rd Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alamo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sutro Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Argonne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, STRATFORD SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MOTHER GOOSE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Presidio Middle San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOLHOUSE San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Washington (George) High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Katherine Delmar Burke School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| My City School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Bais Menacham Yeshiva Day School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| KATHERINE DELMAR BURKE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Sutro Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Kahlon Family Services School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Francisco Pacific Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO PACIFIC ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Nativity HS San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino, CA | 8.5 |
| Alexandria Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.5 |
| Capri Elementary Campbell, CA | 8.5 |
| Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
Compare Alamo Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareAlamo Elementary vs Parker (Jean) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.4/10 -0.1 vs Alamo Elementary
- CompareAlamo Elementary vs Sutro ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +0.7 vs Alamo Elementary
- CompareAlamo Elementary vs Grattan ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.5/10 About even with Alamo Elementary
- CompareAlamo Elementary vs Lafayette ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.3/10 +0.8 vs Alamo Elementary
- CompareAlamo Elementary vs Chin (John Yehall) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.1/10 +0.6 vs Alamo Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alamo Elementary
What grades does Alamo Elementary serve?
Alamo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alamo Elementary?
Alamo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alamo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alamo Elementary is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alamo Elementary rank in CA?
Alamo Elementary ranks #878 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alamo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alamo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Alamo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alamo Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alamo Elementary a charter school?
No, Alamo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alamo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alamo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alamo Elementary?
40.7% of students at Alamo 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
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (415) 750-8456
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #29 of 103
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