Average
#5517 of 9,539 schools in CA
Wells (ida B.) High
High School · San Francisco Unified
1099 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA 94117
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,517 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#82 of 120
public schools
In district
#72 of 103
San Francisco Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Wells (ida B.) High
Wells (ida B.) High is a public high school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Wells (ida B.) High serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wells (ida B.) High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wells (ida B.) High show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Wells (ida B.) High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Wells (ida B.) High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Wells (ida B.) High — Students at Wells (ida B.) High score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 8.8/10.
How Wells (ida B.) High Compares
See how Wells (ida B.) High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1099 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA 94117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wells (ida B.) High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gateway High (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,096
Median Home Value
$1,641,400
Median Rent
$2,786/mo
Population
37,575
College Educated
78.3%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wells (ida B.) High
What grades does Wells (ida B.) High serve?
Wells (ida B.) High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wells (ida B.) High?
Wells (ida B.) High has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wells (ida B.) High?
The student-teacher ratio at Wells (ida B.) High is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wells (ida B.) High rank in CA?
Wells (ida B.) High ranks #5,517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wells (ida B.) High's MySchoolScout rating?
Wells (ida B.) High 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 Wells (ida B.) High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wells (ida B.) High has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wells (ida B.) High a charter school?
No, Wells (ida B.) High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wells (ida B.) High a Title I school?
No, Wells (ida B.) High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wells (ida B.) High?
78.8% of students at Wells (ida B.) High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 241-6315
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #72 of 103
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