Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sutro Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (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 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutro 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
Community Size
School Overview
Sutro Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sutro Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutro Elementary School is 0.40, which is less 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
#1076 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
12%
Hispanic
4%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
9%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutro Elementary School's ranking?
Sutro Elementary School is ranked #1076 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sutro Elementary School often compared to?
Sutro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peabody (George) Elementary School, Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Sutro Elementary School?
219 students attend Sutro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sutro Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sutro Elementary School?
Sutro Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sutro Elementary School offer ?
Sutro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sutro Elementary School part of?
Sutro Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sutro Elementary School located?
Sutro Elementary School is located in the Inner Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Inner Richmond.
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