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#4251 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
O'connell (john) High
High School · San Francisco Unified
2355 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#69 of 119
public schools
California high schools
#845 of 1,892
In district
#62 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About O'connell (john) High
O'Connell (John) High is a regular public high school located in the heart of San Francisco, California. Spanning grades 9 through 12, the school serves an enrollment of 483 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention from its dedicated faculty of 31 full-time equivalent teachers. O'Connell (John) High is situated in a bustling urban setting within San Francisco's dynamic cityscape.
The school’s MySchoolScout rating stands at 3.5 out of 10, placing it near the lower end of the state rankings for academic performance. With an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 20% and a Math proficiency rate of only 4%, the school is focusing on student development and academic growth to better serve its community. Despite the current challenges in test scores, O'Connell (John) High remains committed to nurturing a supportive learning environment for all students.
Its setting amidst San Francisco’s vibrant city life offers unique opportunities for engagement and exploration outside of the classroom.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at O'connell (john) High are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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O'connell (john) High — Students at O'connell (john) High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 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: 6.4/10.
How O'connell (john) High Compares
See how O'connell (john) High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 2.5% (2019) to 4.17% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 16.67% (2024).
Location
2355 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA 94110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'connell (john) High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ICA CRISTO REY (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Downtown High (rated 5.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| La Scuola International School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Eclipse Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mission Preparatory San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Marshall Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| St. Peter's School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Synergy School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Downtown High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ICA Cristo Rey Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| ICA CRISTO REY San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,403
Median Home Value
$1,500,200
Median Rent
$2,404/mo
Population
66,687
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
39.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding O'connell (john) High has a median household income of $152,403. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,500,200, with a median rent of $2,404/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.3%. The average commute for residents is 31 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 |
|---|---|
| Argonaut High Jackson, CA | 6.6 |
| Big Bear High Big Bear Lake, CA | 6.6 |
| CRESPI CARMELITE HIGH SCHOOL Encino, CA | 6.6 |
| Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High El Monte, CA | 6.6 |
| Frontier High (Continuation) Whittier, CA | 6.6 |
| Holtville High Holtville, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'connell (john) High
What grades does O'connell (john) High serve?
O'connell (john) High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend O'connell (john) High?
O'connell (john) High has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'connell (john) High?
The student-teacher ratio at O'connell (john) High is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'connell (john) High rank in CA?
O'connell (john) High is ranked #4251 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is O'connell (john) High's MySchoolScout rating?
O'connell (john) High has a composite rating of 6.6 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 O'connell (john) High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, O'connell (john) High has 3.6% math proficiency and 20.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is O'connell (john) High a charter school?
No, O'connell (john) High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'connell (john) High a Title I school?
No, O'connell (john) High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'connell (john) High?
67.5% of students at O'connell (john) High 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
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 695-5370
- 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
- #62 of 103
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