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#1935 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 20% in state

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson Elementary

725 Southgate Ave., Daly City, CA 94015

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

23.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,935 of 9,539

In Daly City

#3 of 20

public schools

In district

#2 of 14

Jefferson Elementary

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary

7.8/10

Elementary School in Daly City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary is a public elementary school in Daly City, CA, part of Jefferson Elementary. Marjorie H.

Tobias Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,935 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary runs 23.6:1 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 Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.7 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,819
Chronic Absenteeism13.4%

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary — Students at Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 68.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
71.3%
ELA
74.5%
2024
Math
67.8%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary Compares

See how Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
80th percentile in CA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

Location

725 Southgate Ave., Daly City, CA 94015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Colma), with a very similar rating. Another option is Thomas Edison Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Francisco), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate Colma 0.5 mi 6.1
Westmoor High Daly City 0.6 mi 7.6
Garden Village Elementary Colma 0.7 mi 6.4
Fernando Rivera Intermediate Daly City 1.0 mi 6.8
Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary Daly City 0.8 mi 6.3
Thomas Edison Elementary Daly City 1.0 mi 7.4
Westlake Elementary Daly City 1.1 mi 4.1
Daniel Webster Elementary Daly City 1.1 mi 5.9
HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City 1.1 mi
HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma 1.3 mi 7.9
Jefferson High Daly City 1.3 mi 6.4
KZV ARMENIAN SCHOOL San Francisco 1.7 mi 6.8
KZV Armenian School San Francisco 1.7 mi
Thornton High Daly City 1.4 mi 5.3
The Brandeis School of San Francisco San Francisco 1.7 mi
THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 1.7 mi 7.0
ST THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco 1.7 mi 6.1
Summit Public School: Shasta Daly City 1.8 mi 5.8
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City 1.6 mi 6.8
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary Daly City 2.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,552

Median Home Value

$1,152,900

Median Rent

$2,760/mo

Population

64,121

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary

What grades does Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary serve?

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary?

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary rank in CA?

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary ranks #1,935 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary a Title I school?

No, Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary?

35.5% of students at Marjorie H. Tobias 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Mateo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.4%

District

Jefferson Elementary
District Enrollment
4,922
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,819
District Rank
#2 of 14

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