Below Average
#7757 of 9,539 schools in CA
Redding Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1421 Pine St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,757 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#97 of 120
public schools
In district
#86 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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Redding Elementary
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About Redding Elementary
Redding Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Redding Elementary serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Redding Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Redding Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Redding Elementary runs 22.4:1 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.
46% of students at Redding Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Redding Elementary — Students at Redding Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Redding Elementary Compares
See how Redding Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1421 Pine St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Redding Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yick Wo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parker (Jean) Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Cathedral School for Boys San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Tenderloin Community San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Saint Brigid Academy San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| San Francisco City Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| De Marillac Academy San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Sherman Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CUMBERLAND CHINESE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Stockton (Commodore) Children Center San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| The New School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Yick Wo Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,201
Median Home Value
$1,390,000
Median Rent
$2,172/mo
Population
54,397
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
38.9
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| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.7 |
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| CALVARY MURRIETA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Murrieta, CA | 4.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa, CA | 4.7 |
| Collins Elementary Pinole, CA | 4.7 |
| Danube Avenue Elementary Granada Hills, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Redding Elementary
What grades does Redding Elementary serve?
Redding Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Redding Elementary?
Redding Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Redding Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Redding Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Redding Elementary rank in CA?
Redding Elementary ranks #7,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Redding Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Redding Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Redding Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Redding Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Redding Elementary a charter school?
No, Redding Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Redding Elementary a Title I school?
No, Redding Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Redding Elementary?
65.0% of students at Redding 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
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (415) 749-3525
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #86 of 103
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