Serving 230 students in grades Kindergarten-8, San Francisco Community Alternative 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Francisco Community Alternative serves the entire district of San Francisco, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 231.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 40.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Francisco Community Alternative's student population of 230 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Francisco Community Alternative 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 San Francisco Community Alternative is 0.73, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Francisco Community Alternative's ranking?
San Francisco Community Alternative is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Francisco Community Alternative often compared to?
San Francisco Community Alternativeis often viewed alongside schools like Aptos Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Francisco Community Alternative?
230 students attend San Francisco Community Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of San Francisco Community Alternative students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Francisco Community Alternative?
San Francisco Community Alternative has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Francisco Community Alternative offer ?
San Francisco Community Alternative offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is San Francisco Community Alternative part of?
San Francisco Community Alternative is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Francisco Community Alternative located?
San Francisco Community Alternative is located in the Excelsior neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Excelsior.
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