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#6486 of 9,539 schools in CA
Spring Valley Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1451 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,486 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#87 of 120
public schools
In district
#77 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Spring Valley Elementary
Spring Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Spring Valley Elementary serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,486 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Valley Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Spring Valley Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Spring Valley Elementary — Students at Spring Valley Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How Spring Valley Elementary Compares
See how Spring Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1451 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yick Wo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parker (Jean) Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redding Elementary San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Cathedral School for Boys San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| Saint Brigid Academy San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| The New School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Yick Wo Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Sherman Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CUMBERLAND CHINESE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Stockton (Commodore) Children Center San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Galileo High San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sovereign Private School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Tenderloin Community San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| San Francisco City Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| ECOLE NOTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,201
Median Home Value
$1,390,000
Median Rent
$2,172/mo
Population
54,397
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
18.1%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
38.9
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|---|---|
| Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster, CA | 5.5 |
| Banta Elementary Tracy, CA | 5.5 |
| Charles Hoffman Elementary Lake Arrowhead, CA | 5.5 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward, CA | 5.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverside, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Valley Elementary
What grades does Spring Valley Elementary serve?
Spring Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Valley Elementary?
Spring Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Spring Valley Elementary ranks #6,486 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Spring Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Spring Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Valley Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Spring Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spring Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Valley Elementary?
71.0% of students at Spring Valley 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
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (415) 749-3535
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #77 of 103
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