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#6676 of 9,539 schools in CA
S.f. County Special Education
School · San Francisco County Office of Education
3045 Santiago St., San Francisco, CA 94116
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
83.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
83.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,676 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#90 of 120
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
San Francisco County Office of Education
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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S.f. County Special Education
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About S.f. County Special Education
S.f. County Special Education is a public school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco County Office of Education. S.f.
County Special Education serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 83.7:1 student-teacher ratio. S.f. County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,676 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for S.f. County Special Education show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
S.f. County Special Education runs 83.7:1 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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S.f. County Special Education — Students at S.f. County Special Education score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How S.f. County Special Education Compares
See how S.f. County Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3045 Santiago St., San Francisco, CA 94116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering S.f. County Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sunset Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ulloa Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Giannini (A.P.) Middle (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST GABRIEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| St. Gabriel Elementary School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Ulloa Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| St. Ignatius College Preparatory San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| Sunset Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Giannini (A.P.) Middle San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Noriega Children Center San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| WEST PORTAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Holy Name Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| Key (Francis Scott) Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Edgewood Community School San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lawton Alternative San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln (Abraham) High San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Lakeshore Alternative Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Lowell High San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,587
Median Home Value
$1,450,000
Median Rent
$2,938/mo
Population
42,523
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
45.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about S.f. County Special Education
What grades does S.f. County Special Education serve?
S.f. County Special Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend S.f. County Special Education?
S.f. County Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at S.f. County Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at S.f. County Special Education is 83.7:1. 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 Special Education rank in CA?
S.f. County Special Education ranks #6,676 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is S.f. County Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
S.f. County Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, S.f. County Special Education has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is S.f. County Special Education a charter school?
No, S.f. County Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is S.f. County Special Education a Title I school?
No, S.f. County Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S.f. County Special Education?
7.2% of students at S.f. County Special Education 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 83.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (415) 759-2222
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 468
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $48,778
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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