Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redding Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Redding Elementary serves the northeast part of San Francisco, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redding Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing life-long, joyful learners!
School Rankings
Redding Elementary School 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 Redding Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redding Elementary School's ranking?
Redding Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Redding Elementary School often compared to?
Redding Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ortega Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Redding Elementary School?
240 students attend Redding Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Redding Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redding Elementary School?
Redding Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Redding Elementary School offer ?
Redding Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Redding Elementary School part of?
Redding Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Redding Elementary School located?
Redding Elementary School is located in the Lower Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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