Excellent
#1143 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Presidio Middle
Middle School · San Francisco Unified
450 30th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121
Enrollment
980
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
980
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,143 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#42 of 120
public schools
In district
#41 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Presidio Middle
Presidio Middle is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Presidio Middle serves approximately 980 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Presidio Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,143 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Presidio Middle show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Presidio Middle runs 22.3:1 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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Presidio Middle — Students at Presidio Middle score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Presidio Middle Compares
See how Presidio Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
450 30th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Presidio Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lafayette Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington (George) High (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Argonne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOTHER GOOSE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Washington (George) High San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Katherine Delmar Burke School San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| KATHERINE DELMAR BURKE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Kahlon Family Services School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| San Francisco Pacific Academy San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO PACIFIC ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Bais Menacham Yeshiva Day School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| My City School San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lafayette Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Terra San Francisco School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOLHOUSE San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,353
Median Home Value
$1,634,600
Median Rent
$2,327/mo
Population
42,987
College Educated
63.9%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Presidio Middle
What grades does Presidio Middle serve?
Presidio Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Presidio Middle?
Presidio Middle has an enrollment of approximately 980 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Presidio Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Presidio Middle is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Presidio Middle rank in CA?
Presidio Middle ranks #1,143 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Presidio Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Presidio Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Presidio Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Presidio Middle has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Presidio Middle a charter school?
No, Presidio Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Presidio Middle a Title I school?
No, Presidio Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Presidio Middle?
35.0% of students at Presidio Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 980
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (415) 750-8435
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #41 of 103
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