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#1141 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 12% in state

Francisco Middle

Middle School · San Francisco Unified

2190 Powell St., San Francisco, CA 94133

Enrollment

511

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,141 of 9,539

In San Francisco

#40 of 120

public schools

In district

#39 of 103

San Francisco Unified

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Francisco Middle

8.3/10

Middle School in San Francisco · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Francisco Middle

Francisco Middle is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Francisco Middle serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Francisco Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,141 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Francisco Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,909
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Francisco Middle — Students at Francisco Middle score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
60%
ELA
26%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
29%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
25.3%
ELA
33.8%
2024
Math
29.5%
ELA
39.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Francisco Middle Compares

See how Francisco Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in CA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Location

2190 Powell St., San Francisco, CA 94133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Francisco Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chin (John Yehall) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Yick Wo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL San Francisco 0.2 mi 7.5
The New School of San Francisco San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.8
Garfield Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.2
Yick Wo Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.9
Parker (Jean) Elementary San Francisco 0.5 mi 8.4
Sovereign Private School San Francisco 0.6 mi
CUMBERLAND CHINESE SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.2
Stockton (Commodore) Children Center San Francisco 0.7 mi
Chin (John Yehall) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.1
FUSION ACADEMY SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.6 mi
Fusion Academy San Francisco San Francisco 0.6 mi
Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.8
STERNE SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 7.1
Sterne School San Francisco 0.7 mi
Lee (Edwin and Anita) Newcomer San Francisco 0.8 mi
Galileo High San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.4
Cathedral School for Boys San Francisco 0.8 mi
Spring Valley Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 5.5
Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires San Francisco 0.9 mi
ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL San Francisco 1.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,025

Median Home Value

$1,519,100

Median Rent

$1,985/mo

Population

24,753

College Educated

54.9%

Homeownership

17.5%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

45.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Francisco Middle

What grades does Francisco Middle serve?

Francisco Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Francisco Middle?

Francisco Middle has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Francisco Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Francisco Middle is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Francisco Middle rank in CA?

Francisco Middle ranks #1,141 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Francisco Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Francisco Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Francisco Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Francisco Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Francisco Middle a charter school?

No, Francisco Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Francisco Middle a Title I school?

No, Francisco Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francisco Middle?

72.2% of students at Francisco Middle 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
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

San Francisco Unified
District Enrollment
48,736
Schools in District
113
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,909
District Rank
#39 of 103

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