Excellent
#1304 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Balboa High
High School · San Francisco Unified
1000 Cayuga Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Enrollment
1,251
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,251
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,304 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#44 of 120
public schools
In district
#43 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Balboa High
Balboa High is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Balboa High serves approximately 1,251 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Balboa High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,304 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Balboa High show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Balboa High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Balboa High runs 21.2:1 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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Balboa High — Students at Balboa High score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 7.9/10.
How Balboa High Compares
See how Balboa High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1000 Cayuga Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Balboa High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sunnyside Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, STRATFORD SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCO (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Denman (James) Middle San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| City Arts & Leadership Academy San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lick-Wilmerding High School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SCHOOL OF THE EPIPHANY San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Stratford School San Francisco San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| WEN JIAN YING San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Wen Jian Ying San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| San Francisco Adventist School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO ADVENTIST SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| San Francisco Community Alternative San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| St. Finn Barr Catholic School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST FINN BARR CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Monroe Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunnyside Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Longfellow Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Cleveland Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Guadalupe Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,906
Median Home Value
$1,159,600
Median Rent
$2,326/mo
Population
80,133
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
41.9
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| Azusa High Azusa, CA | 8.2 |
| Cathedral City High Cathedral City, CA | 8.2 |
| Port of Los Angeles High San Pedro, CA | 8.2 |
| Sage Creek High Carlsbad, CA | 8.2 |
| South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena, CA | 8.2 |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta, CA | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Balboa High
What grades does Balboa High serve?
Balboa High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Balboa High?
Balboa High has an enrollment of approximately 1,251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Balboa High?
The student-teacher ratio at Balboa High is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Balboa High rank in CA?
Balboa High ranks #1,304 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Balboa High's MySchoolScout rating?
Balboa High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Balboa High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Balboa High has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Balboa High a charter school?
No, Balboa High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Balboa High a Title I school?
No, Balboa High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Balboa High?
61.1% of students at Balboa High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.9%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4090
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #43 of 103
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