Needs Improvement
#9202 of 9,539 schools in CA
Sanchez Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
325 Sanchez St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,202 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#115 of 120
public schools
In district
#99 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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About Sanchez Elementary
Sanchez Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Sanchez Elementary serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,202 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sanchez Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sanchez Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
60% of students at Sanchez 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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Sanchez Elementary — Students at Sanchez Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Sanchez Elementary Compares
See how Sanchez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
325 Sanchez St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanchez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Everett Middle San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MISSION DOLORES ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Mission Dolores Academy San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Mission High San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| McKinley Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| German International School of Silicon Valley San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| San Francisco Friends School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Thomas Edison Charter Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| EUREKA LEARNING CENTER San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Eureka Learning Center San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| ADDA CLEVENGER SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Marshall Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,528
Median Home Value
$1,771,700
Median Rent
$2,898/mo
Population
33,627
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
44.5%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
41.5
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.2 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, CA | 3.2 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.2 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Citrus Heights, CA | 3.2 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto, CA | 3.2 |
| Dingle Elementary Woodland, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanchez Elementary
What grades does Sanchez Elementary serve?
Sanchez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sanchez Elementary?
Sanchez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanchez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanchez Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanchez Elementary rank in CA?
Sanchez Elementary ranks #9,202 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sanchez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanchez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Sanchez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanchez Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sanchez Elementary a charter school?
No, Sanchez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanchez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sanchez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanchez Elementary?
84.4% of students at Sanchez 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
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.0%
- Phone
- (415) 241-6380
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #99 of 103
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