Very Good
#3360 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Skyline Elementary
Elementary School · South San Francisco Unified
55 Christen Ave., Daly City, CA 94015
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,360 of 9,539
In Daly City
#8 of 20
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
South San Francisco Unified
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Skyline Elementary
Skyline Elementary is a public elementary school in Daly City, CA, part of South San Francisco Unified. Skyline Elementary serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Skyline Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,360 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Skyline Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Skyline Elementary runs 23.9:1 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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Skyline Elementary — Students at Skyline Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Skyline Elementary Compares
See how Skyline Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Christen Ave., Daly City, CA 94015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Skyline Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Bruno), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ocean Shore Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pacifica), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Portola Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Bruno), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westborough Middle South San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Junipero Serra Elementary Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Sunset Ridge Elementary Pacifica | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Summit Public School: Shasta Daly City | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Alta Loma Middle South San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary Daly City | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Ocean Shore Elementary Pacifica | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Oceana High Pacifica | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacifica | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| El Camino High South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Daniel Webster Elementary Daly City | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Ingrid B. Lacy Middle Pacifica | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Portola Elementary San Bruno | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Wings Learning Center San Bruno | 1.9 mi | — |
| Baden High (Continuation) South San Francisco | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Daly City | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Fernando Rivera Intermediate Daly City | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,552
Median Home Value
$1,152,900
Median Rent
$2,760/mo
Population
64,121
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Skyline Elementary
What grades does Skyline Elementary serve?
Skyline Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Skyline Elementary?
Skyline Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Skyline Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Skyline Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Skyline Elementary rank in CA?
Skyline Elementary ranks #3,360 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Skyline Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Skyline Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Skyline Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Skyline Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Skyline Elementary a charter school?
No, Skyline Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Skyline Elementary a Title I school?
No, Skyline Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Skyline Elementary?
35.7% of students at Skyline 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
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (650) 877-8941
Resources & Links
District
South San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,770
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,850
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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