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#7167 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mission Education Center
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1670 Noe St., San Francisco, CA 94131
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,167 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#92 of 120
public schools
In district
#81 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Mission Education Center
Mission Education Center is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Mission Education Center serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,167 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mission Education Center show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Mission Education Center 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.
Test scores at Mission Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mission Education Center runs 24.8:1 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
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Mission Education Center — Students at Mission Education Center score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Mission Education Center Compares
See how Mission Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1670 Noe St., San Francisco, CA 94131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Education Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alvarado Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 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 | — |
| Huerta (Dolores) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Lick (James) Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Glen Park Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PHILIP SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Philip School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Serra (Junipero) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Katherine Michiels School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| KATHERINE MICHIELS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| ICA CRISTO REY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ICA Cristo Rey Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| EUREKA LEARNING CENTER San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Eureka Learning Center San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.1 |
| Kernville Elementary Lake Isabella, CA | 5.1 |
| MISSION HILLS SCHOOL Castro Valley, CA | 5.1 |
| Nuestro Elementary Live Oak, CA | 5.1 |
| OROVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oroville, CA | 5.1 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Education Center
What grades does Mission Education Center serve?
Mission Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mission Education Center?
Mission Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Education Center is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mission Education Center rank in CA?
Mission Education Center ranks #7,167 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mission Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Mission Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Education Center has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mission Education Center a charter school?
No, Mission Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mission Education Center a Title I school?
No, Mission Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mission Education Center?
64.5% of students at Mission Education Center 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
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.5%
- Phone
- (415) 695-5313
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #81 of 103
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