Needs Improvement
#9508 of 9,539 schools in CA
Malcolm X Academy
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
350 Harbor Rd., San Francisco, CA 94124
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,508 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#120 of 120
public schools
In district
#103 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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About Malcolm X Academy
Malcolm X Academy is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Malcolm X Academy serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Malcolm X Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,508 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Malcolm X Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Malcolm X Academy 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.
Malcolm X Academy runs 26.2:1 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.
82% of students at Malcolm X 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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Malcolm X Academy — Students at Malcolm X Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Malcolm X Academy Compares
See how Malcolm X Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
350 Harbor Rd., San Francisco, CA 94124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malcolm X Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King (Thomas Starr) Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP Bayview Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP San Francisco College Preparatory San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| RISE UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Rise University Preparatory San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Carver (George Washington) Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Lavenia Rochelle Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| The Neos Bayview Academy San Francisco | 1.2 mi | — |
| Harte (Bret) Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) High San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP Bayview Academy San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| King (Thomas Starr) Elementary San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary San Francisco | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| RED BRIDGE San Francisco | 1.9 mi | — |
| RED BRIDGE San Francisco | 1.9 mi | — |
| Red Bridge San Francisco | 1.9 mi | — |
| ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,928
Median Home Value
$1,043,200
Median Rent
$1,368/mo
Population
36,226
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
50.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
38.5
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| Invictus Leadership Academy Los Angeles, CA | 2.4 |
| Peninsula Union Samoa, CA | 2.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary Vallejo, CA | 2.6 |
| Voices College Bound Language Academy at Stockton San Jose, CA | 2.6 |
| Cobb Mountain Elementary Middletown, CA | 2.9 |
| Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science Hayward, CA | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malcolm X Academy
What grades does Malcolm X Academy serve?
Malcolm X Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Malcolm X Academy?
Malcolm X Academy has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malcolm X Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Malcolm X Academy is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Malcolm X Academy rank in CA?
Malcolm X Academy ranks #9,508 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Malcolm X Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Malcolm X Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Malcolm X Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Malcolm X Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Malcolm X Academy a charter school?
No, Malcolm X Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Malcolm X Academy a Title I school?
No, Malcolm X Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Malcolm X Academy?
81.0% of students at Malcolm X 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.9%
- Phone
- (415) 695-5950
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #103 of 103
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