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#5519 of 9,539 schools in CA
Visitacion Valley Middle
Middle School · San Francisco Unified
1971 Visitacion Ave., San Francisco, CA 94134
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,519 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#84 of 120
public schools
In district
#74 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Visitacion Valley Middle
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About Visitacion Valley Middle
Visitacion Valley Middle is a public middle school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Visitacion Valley Middle serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Visitacion Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,519 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Visitacion Valley Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Visitacion Valley Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Visitacion Valley Middle 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 Middle — Students at Visitacion Valley Middle score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.3/10.
How Visitacion Valley Middle Compares
See how Visitacion Valley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1971 Visitacion Ave., San Francisco, CA 94134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitacion Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE ACADEMY-CAMBRIDGE CAMPUS (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KIPP Bayview Academy (rated 3.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 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 Middle
What grades does Visitacion Valley Middle serve?
Visitacion Valley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Visitacion Valley Middle?
Visitacion Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitacion Valley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitacion Valley Middle is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Visitacion Valley Middle rank in CA?
Visitacion Valley Middle ranks #5,519 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Visitacion Valley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Visitacion Valley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Visitacion Valley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Visitacion Valley Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Visitacion Valley Middle a charter school?
No, Visitacion Valley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Visitacion Valley Middle a Title I school?
No, Visitacion Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Visitacion Valley Middle?
85.5% of students at Visitacion Valley Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.2%
- Phone
- (415) 469-4590
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #74 of 103
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