Needs Improvement
#9107 of 9,539 schools in CA
Chavez (cesar) Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
825 Shotwell St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
25.7:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,107 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#113 of 120
public schools
In district
#97 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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Chavez (cesar) Elementary
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About Chavez (cesar) Elementary
Chavez (cesar) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Chavez (cesar) Elementary serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Chavez (cesar) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,107 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Chavez (cesar) Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Chavez (cesar) Elementary runs 25.7:1 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.
56% of students at Chavez (cesar) Elementary 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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Chavez (cesar) Elementary — Students at Chavez (cesar) Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Chavez (cesar) Elementary Compares
See how Chavez (cesar) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
825 Shotwell St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chavez (cesar) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYNERGY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eclipse Academy San Francisco | 0.0 mi | — |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| O'Connell (John) High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Peter's School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mission Preparatory San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Synergy School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| La Scuola International School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| KATHERINE MICHIELS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Katherine Michiels School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| ICA CRISTO REY San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ICA Cristo Rey Academy San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco | 0.5 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 |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.4 |
| Adams Elementary Stockton, CA | 3.4 |
| Antelope Elementary Littlerock, CA | 3.4 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 3.4 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.4 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres, CA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chavez (cesar) Elementary
What grades does Chavez (cesar) Elementary serve?
Chavez (cesar) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Chavez (cesar) Elementary?
Chavez (cesar) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chavez (cesar) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Chavez (cesar) Elementary is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chavez (cesar) Elementary rank in CA?
Chavez (cesar) Elementary ranks #9,107 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Chavez (cesar) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Chavez (cesar) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Chavez (cesar) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chavez (cesar) Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chavez (cesar) Elementary a charter school?
No, Chavez (cesar) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chavez (cesar) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Chavez (cesar) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chavez (cesar) Elementary?
62.0% of students at Chavez (cesar) Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.7%
- Phone
- (415) 695-5765
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #97 of 103
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