Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The New School Of San Francisco ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The New School Of San Francisco ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
The New School Of San Francisco's student population of 444 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The New School Of San Francisco ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The New School Of San Francisco is 0.72, 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
#1240 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 The New School Of San Francisco's ranking?
The New School Of San Francisco is ranked #1240 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are The New School Of San Francisco often compared to?
The New School Of San Franciscois often viewed alongside schools like Mission Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend The New School Of San Francisco?
444 students attend The New School Of San Francisco.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of The New School Of San Francisco students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The New School Of San Francisco?
The New School Of San Francisco has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does The New School Of San Francisco offer ?
The New School Of San Francisco offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The New School Of San Francisco part of?
The New School Of San Francisco is part of The New School Of San Francisco School District.
In what neighborhood is The New School Of San Francisco located?
The New School Of San Francisco is located in the Russian Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Russian Hill.
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