Excellent
#480 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High
High School · San Francisco Unified
400 Mansell St., San Francisco, CA 94134
Enrollment
1,031
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,031
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#19 of 119
public schools
California high schools
#71 of 1,892
In district
#19 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 1,031 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 30% proficiency in math, 2 points below the state average and 62% in reading/language arts, 10 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $107,566, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High — Students at Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 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: 9.0/10.
How Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High Compares
See how Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 29% (2019) to 30.28% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 58% (2019) to 63.39% (2024).
Location
400 Mansell St., San Francisco, CA 94134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 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 94134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,566
Median Home Value
$1,064,100
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
40,142
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
44.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has a median household income of $107,566. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,064,100, with a median rent of $1,674/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High
What grades does Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High serve?
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High?
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has an enrollment of approximately 1,031 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High?
The student-teacher ratio at Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High rank in CA?
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High is ranked #480 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High's MySchoolScout rating?
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has a composite rating of 8.7 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 Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has 29.9% math proficiency and 61.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High a charter school?
No, Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High a Title I school?
No, Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High?
61.5% of students at Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 66 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 68 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 40 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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How does Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High stack up?
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,031
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 469-4550
- 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
- #19 of 103
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