Excellent
#697 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Aptos Middle
Middle School · San Francisco Unified
105 Aptos Ave., San Francisco, CA 94127
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#24 of 119
public schools
California middle schools
#70 of 1,349
In district
#23 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Aptos Middle
Aptos Middle is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 857 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 92.7th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math, 17 points above the state average and 59% in reading/language arts, 12 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $205,429, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Aptos Middle is 22:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Aptos Middle — Students at Aptos Middle score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.4/10.
How Aptos Middle Compares
See how Aptos Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 50% (2019) to 50.68% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 58% (2019) to 58.69% (2024).
Location
105 Aptos Ave., San Francisco, CA 94127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aptos Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Portal Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lowell High (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sloat (Commodore) Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$205,429
Median Home Value
$1,897,700
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
20,710
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
81.8%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
47.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Aptos Middle has a median household income of $205,429. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,897,700, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson, CA | 8.5 |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale, CA | 8.5 |
| D. Russell Parks Junior High Fullerton, CA | 8.5 |
| Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle Palo Alto, CA | 8.5 |
| Hillview Middle Whittier, CA | 8.5 |
| Montera Middle Oakland, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aptos Middle
What grades does Aptos Middle serve?
Aptos Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Aptos Middle?
Aptos Middle has an enrollment of approximately 857 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aptos Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Aptos Middle is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aptos Middle rank in CA?
Aptos Middle is ranked #697 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Aptos Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Aptos Middle has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Aptos Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Aptos Middle has 50.7% math proficiency and 58.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Aptos Middle a charter school?
No, Aptos Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aptos Middle a Title I school?
No, Aptos Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aptos Middle?
59.6% of students at Aptos Middle 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
- 84 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 68 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 64 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 857
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 469-4520
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #23 of 103
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