Schools in 94117 — San Francisco, California
94117 has 5 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 57.0 — 13.2 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 17.9 to 85.4, a 67.6-point spread. 3 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94117 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila with a Scope Score of 85 and 59.2% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 36.1% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Strong growth trajectory: Schools in 94117 show an average grade 3-to-5 improvement of +5.5 percentage points, suggesting these schools are adding real value over time.
Chronic absenteeism across 94117 averages 27.0%, below the state average of 18.1%. This elevated rate may indicate systemic attendance challenges in the area.
How 94117 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94117
Hidden gems: 1 school in 94117 is classified as Growth Engine — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 94117
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chinese Immersion School at DeAvila San Francisco Unified High Ceiling | 59.2% | Strong 85/100 |
| 2 | New Traditions Elementary San Francisco Unified Strong All-Around | 47.9% | Strong 73/100 |
| 3 | Grattan Elementary San Francisco Unified Growth Engine | 42.4% | Solid 70/100 |
| 4 | Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco Unified Building Momentum | 29.3% | Developing 39/100 |
| 5 | Wells (Ida B.) High San Francisco Unified Building Momentum | 1.7% | Needs Support 18/100 |
Schools in 94117 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 94117
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