Excellent
#388 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Muir (john) Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
380 Webster St., San Francisco, CA 94117
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#16 of 119
public schools
California elementary schools
#295 of 5,817
In district
#16 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Muir (john) Elementary
Muir (john) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 226 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 95.9th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 68% proficiency in math, 28 points above the state average and 48% in reading/language arts, 3 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $175,096, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Muir (john) Elementary — Students at Muir (john) Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.1%
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: 8.4/10.
How Muir (john) Elementary Compares
See how Muir (john) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 69.3% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 45.71% (2024).
Location
380 Webster St., San Francisco, CA 94117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Muir (john) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sanchez Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| San Francisco Friends School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Gateway Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Creative Arts Charter San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Mission Dolores Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MISSION DOLORES ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Everett Middle San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| McKinley Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Sanchez Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Jewish Community High School of the Bay San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,096
Median Home Value
$1,641,400
Median Rent
$2,786/mo
Population
37,575
College Educated
78.3%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
35
Community Profile
The community surrounding Muir (john) Elementary has a median household income of $175,096. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,641,400, with a median rent of $2,786/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 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 |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary Baldwin Park, CA | 8.8 |
| Cimarron Avenue Elementary Hawthorne, CA | 8.8 |
| Dorris Place Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.8 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo, CA | 8.8 |
| Inyokern Elementary Inyokern, CA | 8.8 |
| Montague Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 8.8 |
Compare Muir (john) Elementary with similar schools nearby
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Muir (john) Elementary
What grades does Muir (john) Elementary serve?
Muir (john) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Muir (john) Elementary?
Muir (john) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Muir (john) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Muir (john) Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Muir (john) Elementary rank in CA?
Muir (john) Elementary is ranked #388 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Muir (john) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Muir (john) Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 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 Muir (john) Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Muir (john) Elementary has 67.5% math proficiency and 48.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Muir (john) Elementary a charter school?
No, Muir (john) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Muir (john) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Muir (john) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Muir (john) Elementary?
76.1% of students at Muir (john) 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
- 98 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 96 Rider’s Paradise
- Bike Score
- 81 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 241-6335
- 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
- #16 of 103
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