Below Average
#8534 of 9,539 schools in CA
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)
High School · Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) District
70 Oak Grove, San Francisco, CA 94107
Enrollment
3,172
Student-Teacher
34.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,172
Student-Teacher
34.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,534 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#104 of 120
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)
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About Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) District. Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) serves approximately 3,172 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 34.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
What's said publicly about Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) is a large school: 3,172 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) runs 34.5:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) — Students at Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) Compares
See how Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
70 Oak Grove, San Francisco, CA 94107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. S.F. International High (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Downtown High (rated 4.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) (rated 2.9/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Proof School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Enlighten Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| San Francisco City Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| The Dahlia School of San Francisco Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| De Marillac Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Presidio Knolls School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LIVE OAK SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| S.F. International High San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Downtown High San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bertrand D Hsu American & Chinese Bicultural Academy San Francisco | 1.2 mi | — |
| Minglebrain Solutions Pvt Ltd San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| Splash Learning Online San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| Webster (Daniel) Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$186,123
Median Home Value
$1,227,000
Median Rent
$3,378/mo
Population
30,190
College Educated
77%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)
What grades does Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) serve?
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)?
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) has an enrollment of approximately 3,172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)?
The student-teacher ratio at Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) is 34.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) rank in CA?
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) ranks #8,534 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) a charter school?
Yes, Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) a Title I school?
No, Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's)?
35.8% of students at Five Keys Independence HS (sf Sheriff's) 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 734-3310
- 4-Year Graduation
- 4.0%
Resources & Links
District
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) District- District Enrollment
- 3,172
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,142
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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