Serving 496 students in grades 6-8, Francisco Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francisco Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of San Francisco, CA, covering approximately 47.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francisco Middle School's student population of 496 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Francisco Middle 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 Francisco Middle School is 0.67, 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
#5342 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francisco Middle School's ranking?
Francisco Middle School is ranked #5342 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Francisco Middle School often compared to?
Francisco Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marina Middle School, Presidio Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Francisco Middle School?
496 students attend Francisco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Francisco Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francisco Middle School?
Francisco Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Francisco Middle School offer ?
Francisco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Francisco Middle School part of?
Francisco Middle School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Francisco Middle School located?
Francisco Middle School is located in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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