Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cleveland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cleveland Elementary serves the southern part of San Francisco, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cleveland Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together we will ensure that all of our students succeed.
School Rankings
Cleveland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#9144 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Burgundy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland Elementary School's ranking?
Cleveland Elementary School is ranked #9144 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cleveland Elementary School?
300 students attend Cleveland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cleveland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cleveland Elementary School?
Cleveland Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cleveland Elementary School offer ?
Cleveland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cleveland Elementary School part of?
Cleveland Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland Elementary School located?
Cleveland Elementary School is located in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Excelsior.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Cleveland is a truly unique school! It is the OPPOSITE OF MONROE ELEMENTARY! Monroe has no respect, care nothing about educatin, but Cleveland is the exact opposite! It has great staff, trust me, my friends go to Monroe and their test scores don't improve, but mines and my brother's have! Also the staff support education and talks more about respect unlike other schools!!! If you had a choice and you live in or near the Excelsior district, the best choice is Cleveland!!!
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