Needs Improvement
#8644 of 9,539 schools in CA
Creative Arts Charter
Elementary School · Creative Arts Charter District
1601 Turk St., San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,644 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#106 of 120
public schools
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Creative Arts Charter
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About Creative Arts Charter
Creative Arts Charter is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of Creative Arts Charter District. Creative Arts Charter serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Creative Arts Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,644 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Creative Arts Charter show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Creative Arts Charter 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.
40% of students at Creative Arts Charter 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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Creative Arts Charter — Students at Creative Arts Charter score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.7/10.
How Creative Arts Charter Compares
See how Creative Arts Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1601 Turk St., San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creative Arts Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Middle San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Jewish Community High School of the Bay San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Gateway High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| THE DISCOVERY CENTER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| DREW SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Drew School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| San Francisco Day School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO WALDORF SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose, CA | 3.9 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 3.9 |
| Alberhill Elementary Lake Elsinore, CA | 3.9 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, CA | 3.9 |
| Alvin S. Hatch Elementary Half Moon Bay, CA | 3.9 |
| Aspire Vincent Shalvey Academy Oakland, CA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creative Arts Charter
What grades does Creative Arts Charter serve?
Creative Arts Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Creative Arts Charter?
Creative Arts Charter has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creative Arts Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Creative Arts Charter is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creative Arts Charter rank in CA?
Creative Arts Charter ranks #8,644 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Creative Arts Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Creative Arts Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Creative Arts Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Creative Arts Charter has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Creative Arts Charter a charter school?
Yes, Creative Arts Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Creative Arts Charter a Title I school?
No, Creative Arts Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creative Arts Charter?
22.1% of students at Creative Arts Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (415) 749-3509
Resources & Links
District
Creative Arts Charter District- District Enrollment
- 429
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,354
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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