Serving 112 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Francisco Public Montessori 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 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Francisco Public Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
San Francisco Public Montessori's student population of 112 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Francisco Public Montessori 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 San Francisco Public Montessori is 0.78, 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
#2591 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
14%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 San Francisco Public Montessori's ranking?
San Francisco Public Montessori is ranked #2591 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Francisco Public Montessori?
112 students attend San Francisco Public Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of San Francisco Public Montessori students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Francisco Public Montessori?
San Francisco Public Montessori has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Francisco Public Montessori offer ?
San Francisco Public Montessori offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Francisco Public Montessori part of?
San Francisco Public Montessori is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Francisco Public Montessori located?
San Francisco Public Montessori is located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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