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#1094 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 12% in state

Glen Park Elementary

Elementary School · San Francisco Unified

151 Lippard Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#33 of 119

public schools

California elementary schools

#792 of 5,817

In district

#32 of 103

San Francisco Unified

School environment

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Glen Park Elementary

Glen Park Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 321 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 88.5th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 41% proficiency in math, 2 points above the state average and 37% in reading/language arts, 9 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $198,779, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.6Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.7%
Math vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency39%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.3Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,682

Glen Park Elementary — Students at Glen Park Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.0%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 36.7%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
36.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Glen Park Elementary Compares

See how Glen Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
6.6/10
Growth
8.8/10
Above average
Environment
9.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

Location

151 Lippard Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glen Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. San Francisco Community Alternative (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Huerta (Dolores) Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Monroe Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL San Francisco 0.2 mi 7.8
Stratford School San Francisco San Francisco 0.4 mi
STRATFORD SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.5 mi 7.1
San Francisco Community Alternative San Francisco 0.5 mi 8.4
Monroe Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.9
Mission Education Center San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.1
St. Finn Barr Catholic School San Francisco 0.7 mi
ST FINN BARR CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.5
Andrews family home school San Francisco 0.7 mi
Wen Jian Ying San Francisco 0.7 mi
WEN JIAN YING San Francisco 0.7 mi
Huerta (Dolores) Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.1
Sunnyside Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.8
Balboa High San Francisco 0.9 mi 8.9
Denman (James) Middle San Francisco 0.9 mi 5.4
ST PAULS San Francisco 0.9 mi 6.5
St. Paul's San Francisco 0.9 mi
Cleveland Elementary San Francisco 1.0 mi 6.3
Serra (Junipero) Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.8
City Arts & Leadership Academy San Francisco 0.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$198,779

Median Home Value

$1,749,500

Median Rent

$2,971/mo

Population

27,809

College Educated

77.6%

Homeownership

54%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Glen Park Elementary has a median household income of $198,779. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,749,500, with a median rent of $2,971/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 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
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Carmel, CA 8.2
ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco, CA 8.2
Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA 8.2
Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA 8.2
Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA 8.2
Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glen Park Elementary

What grades does Glen Park Elementary serve?

Glen Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Glen Park Elementary?

Glen Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Park Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glen Park Elementary rank in CA?

Glen Park Elementary is ranked #1094 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Glen Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Glen Park Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Glen Park Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Glen Park Elementary has 41.0% math proficiency and 36.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Glen Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Glen Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Glen Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Glen Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Park Elementary?

57.9% of students at Glen Park 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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