Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Argonne 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Argonne 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
Diversity
School Overview
Argonne Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Argonne Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argonne Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
10%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argonne Elementary School's ranking?
Argonne Elementary School is ranked #952 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Argonne Elementary School often compared to?
Argonne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawton Alternative, King (Thomas Starr) 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 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Argonne Elementary School?
361 students attend Argonne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Argonne Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Argonne Elementary School?
Argonne Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Argonne Elementary School offer ?
Argonne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Argonne Elementary School part of?
Argonne Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Argonne Elementary School located?
Argonne Elementary School is located in the Central Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Richmond.
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