The PTA of Jose Ortega Elementary School supports the school and students through events, fundraisers, and initiatives that aim to enhance education and foster a vibrant school community.
Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ortega (Jose) Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ortega (Jose) Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ortega (Jose) Elementary School's ranking?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ortega (Jose) Elementary School often compared to?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ortega (Jose) Elementary School?
374 students attend Ortega (Jose) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ortega (Jose) Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ortega (Jose) Elementary School?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ortega (Jose) Elementary School offer ?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ortega (Jose) Elementary School part of?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ortega (Jose) Elementary School located?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School is located in the Merced Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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