Excellent
#176 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Sutro Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
235 12th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#176 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#8 of 120
public schools
In district
#8 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Sutro Elementary
Sutro Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Sutro Elementary serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sutro Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sutro Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sutro Elementary runs 22.5:1 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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Sutro Elementary — Students at Sutro Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Sutro Elementary Compares
See how Sutro Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
235 12th Ave., San Francisco, CA 94118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sutro Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peabody (George) Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Argonne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Alamo Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOLHOUSE San Francisco | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Nativity HS San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| BRIGHTWORKS San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SAN FRANCISCO GIRLS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Peabody (George) Elementary San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Alamo Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| KITTREDGE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Kittredge School San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESIDIO HILL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Presidio Hill School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| MOTHER GOOSE SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Presidio Middle San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| My City School San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,550
Median Home Value
$1,817,200
Median Rent
$2,695/mo
Population
39,275
College Educated
72.2%
Homeownership
36.3%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| Brainard Elementary Lake View Terrace, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar, CA | 9.2 |
| ICEF Vista Elementary Academy Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 9.2 |
Compare Sutro Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareSutro Elementary vs Cobb (William L.) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 6.8/10 -2.4 vs Sutro Elementary
- CompareSutro Elementary vs Lilienthal (Claire) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.4/10 +0.2 vs Sutro Elementary
- CompareSutro Elementary vs Sunset ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 About even with Sutro Elementary
- CompareSutro Elementary vs West Portal ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 7.9/10 -1.3 vs Sutro Elementary
- CompareSutro Elementary vs Parker (Jean) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.4/10 -0.8 vs Sutro Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sutro Elementary
What grades does Sutro Elementary serve?
Sutro Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sutro Elementary?
Sutro Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sutro Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sutro Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sutro Elementary rank in CA?
Sutro Elementary ranks #176 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sutro Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sutro Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Sutro Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sutro Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sutro Elementary a charter school?
No, Sutro Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sutro Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sutro Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sutro Elementary?
64.1% of students at Sutro 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
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.0%
- Phone
- (415) 750-8525
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #8 of 103
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