Serving 97 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Malcolm X Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower 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 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malcolm X Academy serves the eastern part of San Francisco, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with most living within 0.8 miles of its edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malcolm X Academy's student population of 97 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malcolm X Academy 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 Malcolm X Academy is 0.57, 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
#9185 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
62%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
10%
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm X Academy's ranking?
Malcolm X Academy is ranked #9185 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Malcolm X Academy?
97 students attend Malcolm X Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Malcolm X Academy students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm X Academy?
Malcolm X Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Malcolm X Academy offer ?
Malcolm X Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Malcolm X Academy part of?
Malcolm X Academy is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Malcolm X Academy located?
Malcolm X Academy is located in the Bayview neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Bayview.
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