Average
#4387 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
3351 23rd St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,387 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#71 of 120
public schools
In district
#63 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Elementary School in San Francisco · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Synergy School
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Ica Cristo Rey
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,387 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 — Students at Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.6/10.
How Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 Compares
See how Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3351 23rd St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SYNERGY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Synergy School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ICA CRISTO REY San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ICA Cristo Rey Academy San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| KATHERINE MICHIELS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Katherine Michiels School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Eclipse Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| O'Connell (John) High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| La Scuola International School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Peter's School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,403
Median Home Value
$1,500,200
Median Rent
$2,404/mo
Population
66,687
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8
What grades does Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 serve?
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8?
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 rank in CA?
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 ranks #4,387 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 a charter school?
No, Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 a Title I school?
No, Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8?
57.1% of students at Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 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
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (415) 695-5881
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #63 of 103
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.