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#2414 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 25% in state

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary

High School · San Francisco County Office of Education

727 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,414 of 9,539

In San Francisco

#58 of 120

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

San Francisco County Office of Education

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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S.f. County Civic Center Secondary

7.6/10

High School in San Francisco · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About S.f. County Civic Center Secondary

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco County Office of Education. S.f.

County Civic Center Secondary serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. S.f. County Civic Center Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,414 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for S.f. County Civic Center Secondary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, S.f. County Civic Center Secondary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, S.f. County Civic Center Secondary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change+0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2016
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2016 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2016 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2016 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2016 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$48,778

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary — Students at S.f. County Civic Center Secondary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2015-16)

Math Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2016)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2016)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2010
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How S.f. County Civic Center Secondary Compares

See how S.f. County Civic Center Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in CA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

727 Golden Gate Ave., San Francisco, CA 94102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering S.f. County Civic Center Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.1 mi 7.5
Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco 0.1 mi
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory San Francisco 0.2 mi
Tenderloin Community San Francisco 0.2 mi 4.0
MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco 0.3 mi 6.0
Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco 0.4 mi 6.0
Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.2
LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.9
San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco 0.6 mi
LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.5
De Marillac Academy San Francisco 0.5 mi
Redding Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 4.7
San Francisco City Academy San Francisco 0.6 mi
SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco 0.6 mi 5.9
Presidio Knolls School San Francisco 0.7 mi
SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco 0.8 mi 6.8
San Francisco Friends School San Francisco 0.8 mi
PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.0
Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.0
Creative Arts Charter San Francisco 0.7 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,781

Median Home Value

$996,300

Median Rent

$1,517/mo

Population

34,983

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

8.6%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

41.1

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RISE UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY San Francisco, CA 7.6
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Solano County Community Fairfield, CA 7.6
Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek, CA 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S.f. County Civic Center Secondary

What grades does S.f. County Civic Center Secondary serve?

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend S.f. County Civic Center Secondary?

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at S.f. County Civic Center Secondary?

The student-teacher ratio at S.f. County Civic Center Secondary is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does S.f. County Civic Center Secondary rank in CA?

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary ranks #2,414 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is S.f. County Civic Center Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?

S.f. County Civic Center Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 S.f. County Civic Center Secondary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, S.f. County Civic Center Secondary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).

Is S.f. County Civic Center Secondary a charter school?

No, S.f. County Civic Center Secondary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is S.f. County Civic Center Secondary a Title I school?

No, S.f. County Civic Center Secondary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S.f. County Civic Center Secondary?

76.0% of students at S.f. County Civic Center Secondary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
98 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.0%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

San Francisco County Office of Education
District Enrollment
468
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$48,778
District Rank
#1 of 3

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