Very Good
#3091 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
George Washington Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson Elementary
251 Whittier St., Daly City, CA 94014
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,091 of 9,539
In Daly City
#7 of 20
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Jefferson Elementary
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About George Washington Elementary
George Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Daly City, CA, part of Jefferson Elementary. George Washington Elementary serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,091 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, George Washington 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.
Score Breakdown
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George Washington Elementary — Students at George Washington Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How George Washington Elementary Compares
See how George Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
251 Whittier St., Daly City, CA 94014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Panorama Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HILLDALE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Longfellow Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Panorama Elementary Daly City | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Guadalupe Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| City Arts & Leadership Academy San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SCHOOL OF THE EPIPHANY San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Balboa High San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Denman (James) Middle San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Daly City | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Daly City | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lick-Wilmerding High School San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO ADVENTIST SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| HILLDALE SCHOOL Daly City | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Sheridan Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| San Francisco Adventist School San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| Hilldale School Daly City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| WEN JIAN YING San Francisco | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$979,500
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Elementary
What grades does George Washington Elementary serve?
George Washington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend George Washington Elementary?
George Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Washington Elementary rank in CA?
George Washington Elementary ranks #3,091 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is George Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 George Washington Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is George Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, George Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, George Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Elementary?
57.8% of students at George Washington 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
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (650) 991-1236
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,922
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,819
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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