Below Average
#8597 of 9,539 schools in CA
Tenderloin Community
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
627 Turk St., San Francisco, CA 94102
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,597 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#105 of 120
public schools
In district
#91 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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Tenderloin Community
Elementary School in San Francisco · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tenderloin Community
Tenderloin Community is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Tenderloin Community serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tenderloin Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,597 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tenderloin Community show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Tenderloin Community runs 23.2:1 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.
50% of students at Tenderloin Community 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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Tenderloin Community — Students at Tenderloin Community score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Tenderloin Community Compares
See how Tenderloin Community performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
627 Turk St., San Francisco, CA 94102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tenderloin Community may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S.F. County Civic Center Secondary San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Millennium School of San Francisco San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory San Francisco | 0.2 mi | — |
| MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| De Marillac Academy San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| San Francisco City Academy San Francisco | 0.4 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Redding Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Presidio Knolls School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Proof School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Cathedral School for Boys San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-MISSION CAMPUS San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| San Francisco Schoolhouse San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| San Francisco Friends School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,781
Median Home Value
$996,300
Median Rent
$1,517/mo
Population
34,983
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
8.6%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Anne Darling Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.0 |
| Aspire Capitol Heights Academy Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| Aspire Juanita Tate Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord, CA | 4.0 |
| Barack Obama Charter Los Angeles, CA | 4.0 |
| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tenderloin Community
What grades does Tenderloin Community serve?
Tenderloin Community serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tenderloin Community?
Tenderloin Community has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tenderloin Community?
The student-teacher ratio at Tenderloin Community is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tenderloin Community rank in CA?
Tenderloin Community ranks #8,597 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tenderloin Community's MySchoolScout rating?
Tenderloin Community has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Tenderloin Community?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tenderloin Community has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tenderloin Community a charter school?
No, Tenderloin Community is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tenderloin Community a Title I school?
No, Tenderloin Community is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tenderloin Community?
74.1% of students at Tenderloin Community 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
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.6%
- Phone
- (415) 749-3567
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #91 of 103
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