Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mission Preparatory ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Preparatory's student population of 467 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mission Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Preparatory is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1451 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Preparatory's ranking?
Mission Preparatory is ranked #1451 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission Preparatory?
467 students attend Mission Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mission Preparatory students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Preparatory?
Mission Preparatory has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Preparatory offer ?
Mission Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mission Preparatory part of?
Mission Preparatory is part of Mission Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Preparatory located?
Mission Preparatory is located in the Mission District neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Mission District.
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