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Huerta (dolores) Elementary

Elementary School · San Francisco Unified

65 Chenery St., San Francisco, CA 94131

Enrollment

381

Student-Teacher

25.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,485 of 9,539

In San Francisco

#86 of 120

public schools

In district

#76 of 103

San Francisco Unified

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About Huerta (dolores) Elementary

Huerta (dolores) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Huerta (dolores) Elementary serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Huerta (dolores) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,485 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Huerta (dolores) Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Huerta (dolores) Elementary runs 25.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,909
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Huerta (dolores) Elementary — Students at Huerta (dolores) Elementary score 36% 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

57.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 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
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
25.7%
ELA
31.6%
2024
Math
33.3%
ELA
38.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Huerta (dolores) Elementary Compares

See how Huerta (dolores) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in CA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Location

65 Chenery St., San Francisco, CA 94131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Huerta (dolores) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glen Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SYNERGY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAULS San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.4
St. Paul's San Francisco 0.3 mi
Serra (Junipero) Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.6
Mission Education Center San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.1
Katherine Michiels School San Francisco 0.7 mi
KATHERINE MICHIELS SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi
Andrews family home school San Francisco 0.8 mi
ICA CRISTO REY San Francisco 0.8 mi 6.5
ICA Cristo Rey Academy San Francisco 0.8 mi
SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.2
Synergy School San Francisco 0.8 mi
Lick (James) Middle San Francisco 0.8 mi 4.8
Revere (Paul) Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 3.6
Cornerstone Academy-Silver Campus San Francisco 0.8 mi
Glen Park Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.6
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY San Francisco 0.9 mi 3.9
ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco 0.9 mi 8.2
Adda Clevenger School San Francisco 0.9 mi
St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco 0.8 mi
ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco 0.8 mi 5.2

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Huerta (dolores) Elementary

What grades does Huerta (dolores) Elementary serve?

Huerta (dolores) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Huerta (dolores) Elementary?

Huerta (dolores) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Huerta (dolores) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Huerta (dolores) Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Huerta (dolores) Elementary rank in CA?

Huerta (dolores) Elementary ranks #6,485 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Huerta (dolores) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Huerta (dolores) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Huerta (dolores) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Huerta (dolores) Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Huerta (dolores) Elementary a charter school?

No, Huerta (dolores) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Huerta (dolores) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Huerta (dolores) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Huerta (dolores) Elementary?

57.7% of students at Huerta (dolores) 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

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

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