Serving 107 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Francisco Public Montessori ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: San Francisco Public Montessori's attendance zone encompasses the entire San Francisco school district, covering approximately 231.9 square miles. The zone typically features a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11 miles from the school to its edge, extending up to 40.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Francisco Public Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Francisco Public Montessori's student population of 107 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
San Francisco Public Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Francisco Public Montessori is 0.80, 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
#2102 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Public Montessori's ranking?
San Francisco Public Montessori is ranked #2102 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Francisco Public Montessori?
107 students attend San Francisco Public Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of San Francisco Public Montessori students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Francisco Public Montessori?
San Francisco Public Montessori has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Francisco Public Montessori offer ?
San Francisco Public Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Francisco Public Montessori part of?
San Francisco Public Montessori is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Francisco Public Montessori located?
San Francisco Public Montessori is located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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