Very Good
#1803 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Clarendon Alternative Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
500 Clarendon Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,803 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#50 of 120
public schools
In district
#49 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Clarendon Alternative Elementary
Clarendon Alternative Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Clarendon Alternative Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarendon Alternative Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,803 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Clarendon Alternative Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Clarendon Alternative Elementary runs 25.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Clarendon Alternative Elementary — Students at Clarendon Alternative Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.9%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Clarendon Alternative Elementary Compares
See how Clarendon Alternative Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Clarendon Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clarendon Alternative Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Miraloma Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grattan Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alvarado Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$198,779
Median Home Value
$1,749,500
Median Rent
$2,971/mo
Population
27,809
College Educated
77.6%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarendon Alternative Elementary
What grades does Clarendon Alternative Elementary serve?
Clarendon Alternative Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Clarendon Alternative Elementary?
Clarendon Alternative Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarendon Alternative Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarendon Alternative Elementary is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clarendon Alternative Elementary rank in CA?
Clarendon Alternative Elementary ranks #1,803 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Clarendon Alternative Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarendon Alternative Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Clarendon Alternative Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarendon Alternative Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clarendon Alternative Elementary a charter school?
No, Clarendon Alternative Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clarendon Alternative Elementary a Title I school?
No, Clarendon Alternative Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarendon Alternative Elementary?
22.9% of students at Clarendon Alternative 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
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (415) 759-2796
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #49 of 103
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