Very Good
#2320 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 24% 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
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#49 of 119
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,592 of 5,817
In district
#47 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Sloat (commodore) Elementary
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary serves 381 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in San Francisco's affluent residential neighborhood. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25.4:1, which is fairly typical for California elementary schools. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranking in the 83rd percentile statewide at #1662 out of 9566 California schools.
Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 63% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and an impressive 69% reaching proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels. Sloat Elementary draws from one of San Francisco's more prosperous communities, where the median household income reaches $200,082 and home values average $1,773,800. The surrounding neighborhood reflects an educated population, with 66% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5%.
This affluent ZIP code of 94127 houses over 21,000 residents. The school sits on Darien Way in a large city setting, providing students with urban opportunities while serving a stable, well-educated community that values academic achievement and educational investment.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Sloat (commodore) Elementary is 25.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Sloat (commodore) Elementary — Students at Sloat (commodore) Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Sloat (commodore) Elementary Compares
See how Sloat (commodore) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 67% (2019) to 68.95% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 63.49% (2024).
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. West Portal Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakeshore Alternative Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ortega (Jose) Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sloat (commodore) Elementary has a median household income of $205,429. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,897,700, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
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| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos, CA | 7.5 |
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 is ranked #2320 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Sloat (commodore) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sloat (commodore) Elementary has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sloat (commodore) Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sloat (commodore) Elementary has 68.6% math proficiency and 65.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
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
- Phone
- (415) 759-2807
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #47 of 103
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