Excellent
#801 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle
Middle School · San Francisco Unified
2055 Silver Ave., San Francisco, CA 94122
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#28 of 119
public schools
California middle schools
#80 of 1,349
In district
#27 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle
Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 313 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.6th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 20% proficiency in math, 14 points below the state average and 43% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $145,717, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle — Students at Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle Compares
See how Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 8% (2019) to 23.26% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 25% (2019) to 47.28% (2024).
Location
2055 Silver Ave., San Francisco, CA 94122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIPP Bayview Academy (rated 4.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,717
Median Home Value
$1,507,100
Median Rent
$2,720/mo
Population
57,369
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle has a median household income of $145,717. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,507,100, with a median rent of $2,720/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP Summit Academy San Lorenzo, CA | 8.4 |
| Malibu Middle Malibu, CA | 8.4 |
| Evergreen Middle Cottonwood, CA | 8.3 |
| Holtville Middle Holtville, CA | 8.3 |
| Los Nietos Middle Los Nietos, CA | 8.3 |
| Solana Pacific Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle
What grades does Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle serve?
Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle?
Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle rank in CA?
Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle is ranked #801 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle has 20.2% math proficiency and 43.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle a charter school?
No, Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle a Title I school?
No, Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Jr. (willie L) Middle?
55.9% of students at Brown Jr. (willie L) 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
- 86 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 71 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 74 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 642-8901
- 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
- #27 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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