Excellent
#803 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Ulloa Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
2650 42nd Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Francisco
#30 of 119
public schools
California elementary schools
#588 of 5,817
In district
#29 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
10.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Ulloa Elementary
Ulloa Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of the San Francisco Unified. The school serves approximately 521 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.6th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 76% proficiency in math, 37 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 34 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.1/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $152,587, where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Ulloa Elementary is 22.7:1, 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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Ulloa Elementary — Students at Ulloa Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
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: 7.7/10.
How Ulloa Elementary Compares
See how Ulloa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 81% (2019) to 75% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 76% (2019) to 79.77% (2024).
Location
2650 42nd Ave., San Francisco, CA 94116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ulloa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunset Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Key (Francis Scott) Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Gabriel Elementary School San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST GABRIEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| S.F. County Special Education San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Ignatius College Preparatory San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sunset Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Stevenson (Robert Louis) Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| EDGEWOOD CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Giannini (A.P.) Middle San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Edgewood Community School San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lakeshore Alternative Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Noriega Children Center San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WEST PORTAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Feinstein (Dianne) Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Lowell High San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HOLY NAME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Holy Name Elementary San Francisco | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lincoln (Abraham) High San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Key (Francis Scott) Elementary San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| ST STEPHEN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,587
Median Home Value
$1,450,000
Median Rent
$2,938/mo
Population
42,523
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
45.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ulloa Elementary has a median household income of $152,587. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,450,000, with a median rent of $2,938/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.4 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ulloa Elementary
What grades does Ulloa Elementary serve?
Ulloa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ulloa Elementary?
Ulloa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ulloa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ulloa Elementary is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ulloa Elementary rank in CA?
Ulloa Elementary is ranked #803 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Ulloa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ulloa Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Ulloa Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ulloa Elementary has 76.2% math proficiency and 79.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ulloa Elementary a charter school?
No, Ulloa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ulloa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ulloa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ulloa Elementary?
58.7% of students at Ulloa 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
- 82 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 57 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 84 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 759-2841
- 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
- #29 of 103
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