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#627 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 7% in state

Sloat (commodore) Elementary

Elementary School · San Francisco Unified

50 Darien Way, San Francisco, CA 94127

Enrollment

381

Student-Teacher

25.4:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#627 of 9,539

In San Francisco

#24 of 120

public schools

In district

#23 of 103

San Francisco Unified

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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8.7/10

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About Sloat (commodore) Elementary

Sloat (commodore) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Sloat (commodore) Elementary serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sloat (commodore) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #627 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Sloat (commodore) Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Sloat (commodore) Elementary runs 25.4:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.7 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,909
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Sloat (commodore) Elementary — Students at Sloat (commodore) Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 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
77%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
72.1%
ELA
70.2%
2024
Math
69%
ELA
63.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Sloat (commodore) Elementary Compares

See how Sloat (commodore) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in CA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Location

50 Darien Way, San Francisco, CA 94127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sloat (commodore) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ortega (Jose) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Portal Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Chinese American International School- 19th Ave Campus San Francisco 0.2 mi
LAKESIDE PRES. CENTER FOR CHILDREN San Francisco 0.3 mi
Lakeside Presbyterian Center for Children San Francisco 0.3 mi
West Portal Lutheran School San Francisco 0.3 mi
St. Stephen School San Francisco 0.3 mi
Aptos Middle San Francisco 0.3 mi 8.7
WEST PORTAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.3 mi 4.6
ST STEPHEN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.9
ST CECILIA SCHOOL San Francisco 0.6 mi 5.4
STRATFORD SCHOOL - SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 0.8 mi 5.7
Lowell High San Francisco 0.7 mi 8.7
West Portal Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 7.9
Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.1
Hoover (Herbert) Middle San Francisco 1.0 mi 8.4
Lakeshore Alternative Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 6.8
Ortega (Jose) Elementary San Francisco 1.1 mi 9.1
EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES San Francisco 1.0 mi
Edgewood Community School San Francisco 1.0 mi
Archbishop Riordan High School San Francisco 1.0 mi
Lincoln (Abraham) High San Francisco 1.2 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$205,429

Median Home Value

$1,897,700

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

20,710

College Educated

66.6%

Homeownership

81.8%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sloat (commodore) Elementary

What grades does Sloat (commodore) Elementary serve?

Sloat (commodore) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sloat (commodore) Elementary?

Sloat (commodore) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sloat (commodore) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sloat (commodore) Elementary is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sloat (commodore) Elementary rank in CA?

Sloat (commodore) Elementary ranks #627 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Sloat (commodore) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sloat (commodore) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Sloat (commodore) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sloat (commodore) Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sloat (commodore) Elementary a charter school?

No, Sloat (commodore) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sloat (commodore) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sloat (commodore) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sloat (commodore) Elementary?

45.4% of students at Sloat (commodore) 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

San Francisco Unified
District Enrollment
48,736
Schools in District
113
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,909
District Rank
#23 of 103

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