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#4582 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Rooftop Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
443 Burnett Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,582 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#74 of 120
public schools
In district
#66 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Rooftop Elementary
Rooftop Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Rooftop Elementary serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rooftop Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,582 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rooftop Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rooftop Elementary runs 24.8:1 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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Rooftop Elementary — Students at Rooftop Elementary score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 5.8/10.
How Rooftop Elementary Compares
See how Rooftop Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
443 Burnett Ave., San Francisco, CA 94131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rooftop Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$198,779
Median Home Value
$1,749,500
Median Rent
$2,971/mo
Population
27,809
College Educated
77.6%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rooftop Elementary
What grades does Rooftop Elementary serve?
Rooftop Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rooftop Elementary?
Rooftop Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rooftop Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rooftop Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rooftop Elementary rank in CA?
Rooftop Elementary ranks #4,582 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rooftop Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rooftop Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Rooftop Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rooftop Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rooftop Elementary a charter school?
No, Rooftop Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rooftop Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rooftop Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rooftop Elementary?
29.6% of students at Rooftop 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (415) 695-5692
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #66 of 103
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