Needs Improvement
#9201 of 9,539 schools in CA
EL Dorado Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
70 Delta St., San Francisco, CA 94134
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
30.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
30.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,201 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#114 of 120
public schools
In district
#98 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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About EL Dorado Elementary
EL Dorado Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. EL Dorado Elementary serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 30.8:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Dorado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,201 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Dorado Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, EL Dorado 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.
EL Dorado Elementary runs 30.8:1 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.
70% of students at EL Dorado 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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EL Dorado Elementary — Students at EL Dorado 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
69.1%
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: 4.7/10.
How EL Dorado Elementary Compares
See how EL Dorado Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
70 Delta St., San Francisco, CA 94134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Dorado Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayshore (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,566
Median Home Value
$1,064,100
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
40,142
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Dorado Elementary
What grades does EL Dorado Elementary serve?
EL Dorado Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend EL Dorado Elementary?
EL Dorado Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Dorado Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Dorado Elementary is 30.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Dorado Elementary rank in CA?
EL Dorado Elementary ranks #9,201 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Dorado Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Dorado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 EL Dorado Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Dorado Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Dorado Elementary a charter school?
No, EL Dorado Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Dorado Elementary a Title I school?
No, EL Dorado Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Dorado Elementary?
69.1% of students at EL Dorado 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
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.9%
- Phone
- (415) 330-1537
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #98 of 103
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