Serving 274 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 33%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Francisco Community Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
San Francisco Community Alternative's student population of 274 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Francisco Community Alternative ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Francisco Community Alternative is 0.75, 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
#3610 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 San Francisco Community Alternative's ranking?
San Francisco Community Alternative is ranked #3610 out of 9,602 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 33% 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?
274 students attend San Francisco Community Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of San Francisco Community Alternative students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Francisco Community Alternative?
San Francisco Community Alternative has a student ration of 20:1, 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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