Excellent
#920 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
3125 Cesar Chavez St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#32 of 119
public schools
California elementary schools
#667 of 5,817
In district
#31 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary
Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 383 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.4th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 26% proficiency in math, 13 points below the state average and 32% in reading/language arts, 13 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $152,403, where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary is 20.2:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary — Students at Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
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
↑ 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 Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary Compares
See how Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 12% (2019) to 29.89% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 34.29% (2024).
Location
3125 Cesar Chavez St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYNERGY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Chavez (Cesar) Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Donum Dei Classical Academy San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Peter's School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Meadows-livingstone school San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Eclipse Academy San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mission Preparatory San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Bryant Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Synergy School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| KATHERINE MICHIELS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Katherine Michiels School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| O'Connell (John) High San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,403
Median Home Value
$1,500,200
Median Rent
$2,404/mo
Population
66,687
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary has a median household income of $152,403. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,500,200, with a median rent of $2,404/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 31 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 |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 8.3 |
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.3 |
| Barton Hill Elementary San Pedro, CA | 8.3 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.3 |
| Beethoven Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.3 |
| Blythe Street Elementary Reseda, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary
What grades does Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary serve?
Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary?
Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary rank in CA?
Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary is ranked #920 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary has 26.0% math proficiency and 31.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Flynn (leonard R.) Elementary?
56.1% of students at Flynn (leonard R.) 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
- Walk Score
- 95 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 84 Excellent Transit
- Bike Score
- 79 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 695-5770
- 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
- #31 of 103
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