Serving 23 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the California state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The Chinese Education Center's attendance zone covers the entire school district in San Francisco, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 231.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 11.5 miles and the furthest edge located 42.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer's student population of 23 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≤10%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
100%
12%
Hispanic
n/a
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
How many students attend Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer?
23 students attend Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer?
Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer offer ?
Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer part of?
Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer located?
Lee (Edwin And Anita) Newcomer is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Chinatown.
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