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#5151 of 9,539 schools in CA
Visitacion Valley Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
55 Schwerin St., San Francisco, CA 94134
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,151 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#80 of 120
public schools
In district
#70 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Visitacion Valley Elementary
Visitacion Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Visitacion Valley Elementary serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Visitacion Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,151 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Visitacion Valley Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Visitacion Valley Elementary runs 21.9:1 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.
38% of students at Visitacion 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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Visitacion Valley Elementary — Students at Visitacion Valley Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.9%
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: 5.5/10.
How Visitacion Valley Elementary Compares
See how Visitacion Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Schwerin St., San Francisco, CA 94134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitacion Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bayshore (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. 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 94134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,566
Median Home Value
$1,064,100
Median Rent
$1,674/mo
Population
40,142
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visitacion Valley Elementary
What grades does Visitacion Valley Elementary serve?
Visitacion Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Visitacion Valley Elementary?
Visitacion Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitacion Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitacion Valley Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Visitacion Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Visitacion Valley Elementary ranks #5,151 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Visitacion Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Visitacion Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Visitacion Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Visitacion Valley Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Visitacion Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Visitacion Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Visitacion Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Visitacion Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Visitacion Valley Elementary?
77.9% of students at Visitacion 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
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4796
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #70 of 103
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