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#4614 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 48% in state

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)

High School · San Francisco County Office of Education

555 Franklin St., San Francisco, CA 94103

Enrollment

76

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,614 of 9,539

In San Francisco

#76 of 120

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

San Francisco County Office of Education

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)

6.5/10

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 Opportunity (hilltop)

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco County Office of Education. S.f.

County Opportunity (hilltop) serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,614 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 76 students, S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) 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.

Test scores at S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) 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 Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change+0.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness3.5Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate34.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$48,778

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) — Students at S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
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
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2011
Math
24.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) Compares

See how S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in CA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses4 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

555 Franklin St., San Francisco, CA 94103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. O'Connell (John) High (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Downtown High (rated 4.3/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Peter's School San Francisco 0.1 mi
ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco 0.1 mi 5.0
Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.2 mi 6.3
Meadows-livingstone school San Francisco 0.3 mi
MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi
Mission Preparatory San Francisco 0.3 mi 4.4
Bryant Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 4.3
ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi 5.2
St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco 0.3 mi
Donum Dei Classical Academy San Francisco 0.4 mi
Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.4 mi 6.2
Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco 0.4 mi 3.4
Eclipse Academy San Francisco 0.4 mi
O'Connell (John) High San Francisco 0.7 mi 5.5
Synergy School San Francisco 0.6 mi
SYNERGY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.2
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 9.4
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.6
Downtown High San Francisco 0.8 mi 4.3
KATHERINE MICHIELS SCHOOL San Francisco 0.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,339

Median Home Value

$1,057,600

Median Rent

$2,146/mo

Population

33,524

College Educated

55.9%

Homeownership

19.2%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)

What grades does S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) serve?

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)?

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)?

The student-teacher ratio at S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) is 9.5:1. 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 Opportunity (hilltop) rank in CA?

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) ranks #4,614 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)'s MySchoolScout rating?

S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) 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 S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) a charter school?

No, S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) a Title I school?

No, S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop)?

68.4% of students at S.f. County Opportunity (hilltop) 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
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
4-Year Graduation
34.5%

District

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

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