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#4824 of 9,539 schools in CA
City Arts & Leadership Academy
High School · City Arts & Leadership Academy District
350 Seneca Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,824 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#77 of 120
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About City Arts & Leadership Academy
City Arts & Leadership Academy is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of City Arts & Leadership Academy District. City Arts & Leadership Academy serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. City Arts & Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,824 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for City Arts & Leadership Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
City Arts & Leadership Academy runs 25.4:1 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.
City Arts & Leadership Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
51% of students at City Arts & Leadership Academy 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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City Arts & Leadership Academy — Students at City Arts & Leadership Academy score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How City Arts & Leadership Academy Compares
See how City Arts & Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
350 Seneca Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City Arts & Leadership Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Balboa High (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Denman (James) Middle San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Balboa High San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Lick-Wilmerding High School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| San Francisco Adventist School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO ADVENTIST SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| WEN JIAN YING San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Wen Jian Ying San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| St. Finn Barr Catholic School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST FINN BARR CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Sunnyside Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Archbishop Riordan High School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Longfellow Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Stratford School San Francisco San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL OF THE EPIPHANY San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Francisco Community Alternative San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,906
Median Home Value
$1,159,600
Median Rent
$2,326/mo
Population
80,133
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City Arts & Leadership Academy
What grades does City Arts & Leadership Academy serve?
City Arts & Leadership Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend City Arts & Leadership Academy?
City Arts & Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City Arts & Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at City Arts & Leadership Academy is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does City Arts & Leadership Academy rank in CA?
City Arts & Leadership Academy ranks #4,824 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is City Arts & Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
City Arts & Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 City Arts & Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, City Arts & Leadership Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is City Arts & Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, City Arts & Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is City Arts & Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, City Arts & Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for City Arts & Leadership Academy?
70.3% of students at City Arts & Leadership Academy 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
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.6%
- Phone
- (415) 841-2200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
City Arts & Leadership Academy District- District Enrollment
- 407
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,414
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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