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#4941 of 9,533 schools in CA
Cleveland Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
455 Athens St., San Francisco, CA 94112
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#76 of 119
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,027 of 5,817
In district
#68 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Cleveland Elementary
Cleveland Elementary is a public elementary school located in San Francisco, California. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, the school has an enrollment of 306 pupils and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 17 full-time equivalent teachers. The setting is urban, situated within the heart of a large city.
Cleveland Elementary focuses on supporting its students in their developmental years despite having lower academic performance scores compared to other California schools. With an ELA proficiency rate of 10% and a math proficiency rate of 11%, there is room for improvement and growth in these areas. The school's MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 reflects the current challenges but also the potential for future success.
Cleveland Elementary is part of San Francisco’s diverse educational landscape, offering students a strong foundation as they progress through their early years of schooling.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Cleveland Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
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 10 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: 7.5/10.
How Cleveland Elementary Compares
See how Cleveland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 12% (2019) to 10.65% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 12% (2019) to 10% (2024).
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 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Francisco Community Alternative (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 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 | 6.3 |
| Monroe Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| San Francisco Community Alternative San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| 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 | 4.5 |
| Cornerstone Academy–Cambridge Campus San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Balboa High San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Hillcrest Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| 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 | 5.4 |
| Glen Park Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| City Arts & Leadership Academy San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Panorama Elementary Daly City | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cleveland Elementary has a median household income of $130,906. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,159,600, with a median rent of $2,326/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 6.3 |
| BAYMONTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotts Valley, CA | 6.3 |
| Badillo Elementary Covina, CA | 6.3 |
| Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta, CA | 6.3 |
| Blue Oak Charter Chico, CA | 6.3 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica, CA | 6.3 |
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 is ranked #4941 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Cleveland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cleveland Elementary has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cleveland Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cleveland Elementary has 10.9% math proficiency and 10.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (415) 469-4709
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #68 of 103
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