Schools in 94121 — San Francisco, California
94121 has 5 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 65.4 — 21.6 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 61.6 to 69.9, a 8.3-point spread. 1 school ranks in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 94121 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Alamo Elementary with a Scope Score of 70 and 43.1% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 37.4% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 94121 averages 15.9%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 94121 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 94121
Hidden gems: 2 schools in 94121 are classified as Growth Engine (2) — 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 94121
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamo Elementary San Francisco Unified Growth Engine | 43.1% | Solid 70/100 |
| 2 | Washington (George) High San Francisco Unified Strong All-Around | 28.6% | Solid 70/100 |
| 3 | Lafayette Elementary San Francisco Unified Solid Base | 44.8% | Solid 63/100 |
| 4 | Presidio Middle San Francisco Unified Building Momentum | 34.3% | Solid 63/100 |
| 5 | Argonne Elementary San Francisco Unified Growth Engine | 36.0% | Solid 62/100 |
Schools in 94121 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 94121
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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