Excellent
#1024 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
New Traditions Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
2049 Grove St., San Francisco, CA 94117
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
31.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
31.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,024 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#37 of 120
public schools
In district
#36 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About New Traditions Elementary
New Traditions Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. New Traditions Elementary serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 31.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Traditions Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,024 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New Traditions Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
New Traditions Elementary runs 31.8:1 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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New Traditions Elementary — Students at New Traditions Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How New Traditions Elementary Compares
See how New Traditions Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2049 Grove St., San Francisco, CA 94117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Traditions Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grattan Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood 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
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Compare New Traditions Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareNew Traditions Elementary vs King (Thomas Starr) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.4/10 +1.0 vs New Traditions Elementary
- CompareNew Traditions Elementary vs Parker (Jean) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.4/10 About even with New Traditions Elementary
- CompareNew Traditions Elementary vs Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.5/10 +0.1 vs New Traditions Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Traditions Elementary
What grades does New Traditions Elementary serve?
New Traditions Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New Traditions Elementary?
New Traditions Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Traditions Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Traditions Elementary is 31.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Traditions Elementary rank in CA?
New Traditions Elementary ranks #1,024 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New Traditions Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Traditions Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 New Traditions Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Traditions Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Traditions Elementary a charter school?
No, New Traditions Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Traditions Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Traditions Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Traditions Elementary?
20.9% of students at New Traditions 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (415) 750-8490
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #36 of 103
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