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#135 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 1% in state

Grattan Elementary

Elementary School · San Francisco Unified

165 Grattan St., San Francisco, CA 94117

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

20.2:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#8 of 119

public schools

California elementary schools

#113 of 5,817

In district

#8 of 103

San Francisco Unified

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Grattan Elementary

Grattan Elementary serves 384 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in San Francisco. It earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — powered by a growth score of 9.5 that ranks among the strongest in the state. That combination places Grattan eighth out of 119 public schools in San Francisco and 135th among 9,533 California public schools, putting it in a tier that very few elementary schools reach regardless of location.

Academic performance scores an 8.7, reflecting consistent, strong outcomes across grade levels. At 384 students and a 20.2-to-1 student-teacher ratio, the school operates at a size where individual students get regular attention. San Francisco's public elementary field is intensely competitive, and Grattan still ranks 113th among 5,817 California elementary schools statewide — a position only the top 2% of the state's elementary schools hold.

For families comparing options across the district, the headline is direct: Grattan outperforms 99% of public schools in California. It is a regular public school with standard attendance-based enrollment, which makes that performance level especially meaningful for families in the zone.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Grattan 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.5%
Math vs. State Avg+24.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.7 pts
Overall Proficiency71%
Expected (poverty-adj.)67%
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,682

Grattan Elementary — Students at Grattan Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.7%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 70.4%
School
State
45.3%

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

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
70.4%
ELA
72.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Grattan Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in CA
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Location

165 Grattan St., San Francisco, CA 94117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grattan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is New Traditions Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lycee Francais de San Francisco (Ashbury) San Francisco 0.4 mi
San Francisco High School of the Arts San Francisco 0.5 mi
SAN FRANCISCO HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS San Francisco 0.5 mi 8.4
URBAN SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.5 mi 6.8
Urban School of San Francisco San Francisco 0.6 mi
Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco 0.5 mi 7.9
New Traditions Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.6
Rooftop Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.9
Clarendon Alternative Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.1
Independence High San Francisco 0.7 mi 7.8
German International School of Silicon Valley San Francisco 0.8 mi
McKinley Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.6
San Francisco Day School San Francisco 1.0 mi
Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 9.3
SAN FRANCISCO DAY SCHOOL San Francisco 1.0 mi 8.3
Alvarado Elementary San Francisco 1.0 mi 6.9
Eureka Learning Center San Francisco 1.0 mi
EUREKA LEARNING CENTER San Francisco 1.0 mi
THE DISCOVERY CENTER SCHOOL San Francisco 1.1 mi
Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High San Francisco 1.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$175,096

Median Home Value

$1,641,400

Median Rent

$2,786/mo

Population

37,575

College Educated

78.3%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

35

Community Profile

The community surrounding Grattan Elementary has a median household income of $175,096. 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 $1,641,400, with a median rent of $2,786/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 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
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Brittan Acres Elementary San Carlos, CA 9.2
Century Park Elementary Inglewood, CA 9.2
Commonwealth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA 9.2
Covington Elementary Los Altos, CA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grattan Elementary

What grades does Grattan Elementary serve?

Grattan Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Grattan Elementary?

Grattan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grattan Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Grattan 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 Grattan Elementary rank in CA?

Grattan Elementary is ranked #135 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Grattan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Grattan Elementary has a composite rating of 9.2 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 Grattan Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Grattan Elementary has 69.7% math proficiency and 70.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Grattan Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Grattan Elementary a Title I school?

No, Grattan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

14.6% of students at Grattan 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
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

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

Compare This School

How does Grattan Elementary stack up?

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9.5
Sutro Elementary
9.4
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary
9.3
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.6%
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
#8 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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