Very Good
#3402 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy
Middle School · KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy District
1430 Scott St. Third Fl., San Francisco, CA 94115
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,402 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#62 of 120
public schools
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy District. Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
39% of students at Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy — Students at Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy Compares
See how Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1430 Scott St. Third Fl., San Francisco, CA 94115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. San Francisco Public Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gateway High (rated 8.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway High San Francisco | 0.0 mi | 8.7 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Jewish Community High School of the Bay San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| Creative Arts Charter San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Gateway Middle San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DREW SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Drew School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE DISCOVERY CENTER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SAN FRANCISCO WALDORF SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| San Francisco Waldorf School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Town School for Boys San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Wallenberg (Raoul) Traditional High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| HILLWOOD ACADEMIC DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hillwood Academic Day San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,264
Median Home Value
$1,684,100
Median Rent
$2,380/mo
Population
32,715
College Educated
73.6%
Homeownership
24.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Gateway Middle San Francisco, CA | 7.0 |
| Lloyd G. Johnson Junior High Arbuckle, CA | 7.0 |
| PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank, CA | 7.0 |
| Salmon Creek School - A Charter Occidental, CA | 7.0 |
| Fortuna Middle Fortuna, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy
What grades does Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy serve?
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy?
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy rank in CA?
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy ranks #3,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy a charter school?
Yes, Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy a Title I school?
No, Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy?
90.2% of students at Kipp San Francisco Bay Academy 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (415) 440-4306
Resources & Links
District
KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy District- District Enrollment
- 266
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,763
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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