Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sloat (Commodore) Elementary serves the southwest part of San Francisco, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sloat (Commodore) 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
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 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
1865
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#736 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
55%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
18%
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)12.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School's ranking?
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School often compared to?
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore Alternative 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School?
364 students attend Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School?
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School offer ?
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School part of?
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School located?
Sloat (Commodore) Elementary School is located in the West of Twin Peaks neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in West of Twin Peaks.
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