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#3998 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
San Francisco Community Alternative
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
125 Excelsior Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,998 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#69 of 120
public schools
In district
#61 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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San Francisco Community Alternative
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About San Francisco Community Alternative
San Francisco Community Alternative is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. San Francisco Community Alternative serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. San Francisco Community Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Francisco Community Alternative show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Francisco Community Alternative runs 21.1:1 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.
34% of students at San Francisco Community Alternative 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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San Francisco Community Alternative — Students at San Francisco Community Alternative score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.6%
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: 6.7/10.
How San Francisco Community Alternative Compares
See how San Francisco Community Alternative performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 Excelsior Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Francisco Community Alternative may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Glen Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe Elementary San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Stratford School San Francisco San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Cleveland Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Glen Park Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Andrews family home school San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Jordan (June) School for Equity San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Balboa High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SCHOOL OF THE EPIPHANY San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Denman (James) Middle San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Cornerstone Academy-Silver Campus San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| City Arts & Leadership Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Hillcrest Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Cornerstone Academy–Cambridge Campus San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| WEN JIAN YING San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Serra (Junipero) Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| McLaren (John) Children Centers San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,906
Median Home Value
$1,159,600
Median Rent
$2,326/mo
Population
80,133
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Francisco Community Alternative
What grades does San Francisco Community Alternative serve?
San Francisco Community Alternative serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend San Francisco Community Alternative?
San Francisco Community Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Community Alternative?
The student-teacher ratio at San Francisco Community Alternative is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Francisco Community Alternative rank in CA?
San Francisco Community Alternative ranks #3,998 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Francisco Community Alternative's MySchoolScout rating?
San Francisco Community Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 San Francisco Community Alternative?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Francisco Community Alternative has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Francisco Community Alternative a charter school?
No, San Francisco Community Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Francisco Community Alternative a Title I school?
No, San Francisco Community Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Francisco Community Alternative?
41.6% of students at San Francisco Community Alternative 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4739
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #61 of 103
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