Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alvarado Elementary School 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 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: 62%
- Reading Proficiency: 68%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alvarado 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)68%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alvarado Elementary School often compared to?
Alvarado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huerta (Dolores) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Alvarado Elementary School?
472 students attend Alvarado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alvarado Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvarado Elementary School?
Alvarado Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alvarado Elementary School offer ?
Alvarado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alvarado Elementary School part of?
Alvarado Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alvarado Elementary School located?
Alvarado Elementary School is located in the Noe Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Noe Valley.
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