Very Good
#1804 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
West Portal Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
5 Lenox Way, San Francisco, CA 94127
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,804 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#51 of 120
public schools
In district
#50 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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West Portal Elementary
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About West Portal Elementary
West Portal Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. West Portal Elementary serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Portal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,804 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for West Portal Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
West Portal Elementary runs 24.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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West Portal Elementary — Students at West Portal Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How West Portal Elementary Compares
See how West Portal Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5 Lenox Way, San Francisco, CA 94127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Portal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sloat (Commodore) Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Miraloma Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clarendon Alternative Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 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 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$205,429
Median Home Value
$1,897,700
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
20,710
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
81.8%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
47.6
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| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
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| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
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Compare West Portal Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareWest Portal Elementary vs Parker (Jean) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.4/10 +0.5 vs West Portal Elementary
- CompareWest Portal Elementary vs Chin (John Yehall) ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.1/10 +1.2 vs West Portal Elementary
- CompareWest Portal Elementary vs Sutro ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +1.3 vs West Portal Elementary
- CompareWest Portal Elementary vs Grattan ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 8.5/10 +0.6 vs West Portal Elementary
- CompareWest Portal Elementary vs Lafayette ElementarySan Francisco, CA Peer score 9.3/10 +1.4 vs West Portal Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Portal Elementary
What grades does West Portal Elementary serve?
West Portal Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West Portal Elementary?
West Portal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Portal Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at West Portal Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Portal Elementary rank in CA?
West Portal Elementary ranks #1,804 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is West Portal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
West Portal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 West Portal Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Portal Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Portal Elementary a charter school?
No, West Portal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Portal Elementary a Title I school?
No, West Portal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Portal Elementary?
33.7% of students at West Portal 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
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.2%
- Phone
- (415) 759-2846
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #50 of 103
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