Excellent
#1629 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% 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
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,031
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,629 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#47 of 120
public schools
In district
#46 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High serves approximately 1,031 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,629 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High 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
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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 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: 8.7/10.
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.
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Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar 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
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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 ranks #1,629 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High's MySchoolScout rating?
Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Burton (phillip and Sala) Academic High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #46 of 103
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