Very Good
#2131 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 22% in state
Mckinley Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1025 14th St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#47 of 119
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,480 of 5,817
In district
#45 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Mckinley Elementary
McKinley Elementary serves 247 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in San Francisco's affluent Castro and Mission Dolores neighborhoods. With a student-teacher ratio of 20.6:1 and 12 full-time equivalent teachers, this regular public school has earned strong recognition for its academic performance. The school demonstrates impressive results, ranking #791 out of 9,566 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile in California.
Students show solid proficiency rates with 65% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and 60% in mathematics. These achievements have contributed to McKinley's MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10, with an academic score of 8.7. The school draws from a highly educated community where 79% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The surrounding 94114 zip code reflects San Francisco's premium real estate market, with a median home value of $1,658,200 and median household income of $184,671. The low poverty rate of 5.4% indicates strong economic stability in the area. McKinley Elementary operates within one of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods, where historic Victorian homes and tree-lined streets create a distinctive urban village atmosphere in the heart of the city.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 20.6:1, 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
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Mckinley Elementary — Students at Mckinley Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Mckinley Elementary Compares
See how Mckinley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 60.98% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 65.85% (2024).
Location
1025 14th St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mckinley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Muir (John) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,528
Median Home Value
$1,771,700
Median Rent
$2,898/mo
Population
33,627
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
44.5%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mckinley Elementary has a median household income of $196,528. It is a well-educated community where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,771,700, with a median rent of $2,898/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 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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| Aspire College Academy Oakland, CA | 7.6 |
| Bayshore Daly City, CA | 7.6 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo, CA | 7.6 |
| CANYON HEIGHTS ACADEMY Campbell, CA | 7.6 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.6 |
| Dayton Elementary San Leandro, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mckinley Elementary
What grades does Mckinley Elementary serve?
Mckinley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mckinley Elementary?
Mckinley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mckinley Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mckinley Elementary rank in CA?
Mckinley Elementary is ranked #2131 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Mckinley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mckinley Elementary has a composite rating of 7.6 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 Mckinley Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mckinley Elementary has 60.8% math proficiency and 66.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mckinley Elementary a charter school?
No, Mckinley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mckinley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mckinley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mckinley Elementary?
29.6% of students at Mckinley 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
- 96 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 90 Rider’s Paradise
- Bike Score
- 69 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 241-6300
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #45 of 103
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