Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alamo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alamo Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamo Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1261 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamo Elementary School's ranking?
Alamo Elementary School is ranked #1261 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alamo Elementary School often compared to?
Alamo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peabody (George) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alamo Elementary School?
393 students attend Alamo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Alamo Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alamo Elementary School?
Alamo Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alamo Elementary School offer ?
Alamo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alamo Elementary School part of?
Alamo Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alamo Elementary School located?
Alamo Elementary School is located in the Central Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Richmond.
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