Summary:
Zip code 94112 contains one public middle school, Denman (James) Middle School, serving grades 6-8 within the San Francisco Unified School District, which serves a student population with significant economic need.
Academic performance at Denman Middle is substantially below both district and state averages, with only about a third of students proficient in English and roughly a quarter proficient in math; the school's statewide ranking has also declined over the past few years. A notable challenge is the chronic absenteeism rate of 31.2%, which is higher than the district average and may be a significant factor affecting student learning and test scores.
Despite having a higher per-student spending than many schools, these resources have not yet translated to stronger academic outcomes, indicating a need for targeted support. For parents, this means the single middle school option in the area is facing considerable academic hurdles, with performance gaps and attendance issues that the district is working to address.
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