Serving 491 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mission Preparatory ranks in the top 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Preparatory's student population of 491 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Mission Preparatory ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Preparatory is 0.29, 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
#3880 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Preparatory's ranking?
Mission Preparatory is ranked #3880 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Preparatory often compared to?
Mission Preparatoryis often viewed alongside schools like Creative Arts Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission Preparatory?
491 students attend Mission Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mission Preparatory students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Preparatory?
Mission Preparatory has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Preparatory offer ?
Mission Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mission Preparatory part of?
Mission Preparatory is part of Mission Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Preparatory located?
Mission Preparatory is located in the Mission District neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Mission District.
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