Summary:
This analysis covers three K-5 elementary schools in San Francisco's 94118 zip code, all part of the San Francisco Unified district, which collectively demonstrate strong academic performance that exceeds both district and state averages.
Peabody (George) Elementary stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 95th percentile of California schools with exceptional proficiency rates, particularly a remarkable 97.62% in 5th-grade English. Sutro Elementary is also a high-achieving school, especially in math, and achieves this despite having a higher rate of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. McCoppin (Frank) Elementary is a solid performer that meets or exceeds state benchmarks, though it operates with notably lower per-student spending than the other two schools in the area.
Key factors for parents to consider include the very low chronic absenteeism rates at Peabody and Sutro, which correlate with their high achievement, and the notable strength in science instruction at Peabody. Sutro's success shows that strong academic outcomes are possible across different community contexts. Overall, families in the 94118 zip code have access to a group of elementary schools that are consistently ranked in the top quartile of the state.
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