Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rooftop Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rooftop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rooftop Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rooftop Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rooftop Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#2370 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
25%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Rooftop Elementary School's ranking?
Rooftop Elementary School is ranked #2370 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rooftop Elementary School?
536 students attend Rooftop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Rooftop Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rooftop Elementary School?
Rooftop Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rooftop Elementary School offer ?
Rooftop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rooftop Elementary School part of?
Rooftop Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rooftop Elementary School located?
Rooftop Elementary School is located in the Twin Peaks neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Twin Peaks.
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