Below Average
#7467 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
455 Athens St., San Francisco, CA 94112
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,467 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#94 of 120
public schools
In district
#83 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Cleveland Elementary
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About Cleveland Elementary
Cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Cleveland Elementary serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,467 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Cleveland 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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Cleveland Elementary — Students at Cleveland Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
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: 5.5/10.
How Cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Cleveland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
455 Athens St., San Francisco, CA 94112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cleveland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Panorama Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glen Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan (June) School for Equity San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Monroe Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| San Francisco Community Alternative San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHOOL OF THE EPIPHANY San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| McLaren (John) Children Centers San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Stratford School San Francisco San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Andrews family home school San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Guadalupe Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Cornerstone Academy–Cambridge Campus San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Balboa High San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Hillcrest Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Cornerstone Academy-Silver Campus San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Denman (James) Middle San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Glen Park Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| City Arts & Leadership Academy San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Panorama Elementary Daly City | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 4.9 |
| Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 4.9 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.9 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cleveland Elementary
What grades does Cleveland Elementary serve?
Cleveland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary?
Cleveland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cleveland Elementary rank in CA?
Cleveland Elementary ranks #7,467 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Cleveland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cleveland Elementary a charter school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cleveland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cleveland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Elementary?
69.3% of students at Cleveland 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
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4709
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #83 of 103
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