Average
#3999 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Cobb (william L.) Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
2725 California St., San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,999 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#70 of 120
public schools
In district
#62 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Cobb (william L.) Elementary
Cobb (william L.) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Cobb (william L.) Elementary serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cobb (william L.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,999 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cobb (william L.) Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Cobb (william L.) Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
69% of students at Cobb (william L.) 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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Cobb (william L.) Elementary — Students at Cobb (william L.) Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.4%
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: 7.2/10.
How Cobb (william L.) Elementary Compares
See how Cobb (william L.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2725 California St., San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cobb (william L.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Francisco Public Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,264
Median Home Value
$1,684,100
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
32,715
College Educated
73.6%
Homeownership
24.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
37.5
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Compare Cobb (william L.) Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareCobb (william L.) Elementary vs Sunset ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +2.4 vs Cobb (william L.) Elementary
- CompareCobb (william L.) Elementary vs Parker (Jean) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.4/10 +1.6 vs Cobb (william L.) Elementary
- CompareCobb (william L.) Elementary vs Chin (John Yehall) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.1/10 +2.3 vs Cobb (william L.) Elementary
- CompareCobb (william L.) Elementary vs Sutro ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +2.4 vs Cobb (william L.) Elementary
- CompareCobb (william L.) Elementary vs Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.5/10 +1.7 vs Cobb (william L.) Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cobb (william L.) Elementary
What grades does Cobb (william L.) Elementary serve?
Cobb (william L.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cobb (william L.) Elementary?
Cobb (william L.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cobb (william L.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cobb (william L.) Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cobb (william L.) Elementary rank in CA?
Cobb (william L.) Elementary ranks #3,999 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cobb (william L.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cobb (william L.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Cobb (william L.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cobb (william L.) Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cobb (william L.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Cobb (william L.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cobb (william L.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cobb (william L.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cobb (william L.) Elementary?
66.4% of students at Cobb (william L.) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.6%
- Phone
- (415) 749-3505
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #62 of 103
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