Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ulloa Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 95% 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: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ulloa Elementary serves the southwest part of San Francisco, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ulloa 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
Ulloa Elementary School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
School Rankings
Ulloa Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ulloa Elementary School is 0.34, which is less 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
#236 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
81%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)4.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sharks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ulloa Elementary School's ranking?
Ulloa Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ulloa Elementary School often compared to?
Ulloa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton Alternative, Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ulloa Elementary School?
520 students attend Ulloa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ulloa Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ulloa Elementary School?
Ulloa Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ulloa Elementary School offer ?
Ulloa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ulloa Elementary School part of?
Ulloa Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ulloa Elementary School located?
Ulloa Elementary School is located in the Parkside neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Parkside.
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