Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Visitacion Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Visitacion Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Visitacion Valley Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Visitacion Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Visitacion Valley Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#4275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
25%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Visitacion Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Visitacion Valley Elementary School is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Visitacion Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Visitacion Valley 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Visitacion Valley Elementary School?
254 students attend Visitacion Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Visitacion Valley Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Visitacion Valley Elementary School?
Visitacion Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Visitacion Valley Elementary School offer ?
Visitacion Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Visitacion Valley Elementary School part of?
Visitacion Valley Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Visitacion Valley Elementary School located?
Visitacion Valley Elementary School is located in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Visitacion Valley.
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