Serving 410 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Ortega (Jose) Elementary serves the southwest part of San Francisco, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 0.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- 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 410 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.52, 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%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
67%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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?
410 students attend Ortega (Jose) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Ortega (Jose) Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ortega (Jose) Elementary School?
Ortega (Jose) Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, 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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