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Chavez (Cesar) Elementary

San Francisco Unified · San Francisco County · 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco, CA 94110-3212

(415) 695-5765

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1/10
#5468
Rank 5468 out of 5,722
Top 96%
English Language Arts1/10 · #5609 · 2nd percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #5186 · 9th percentile
Science1/10 · #5303 · 5th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Cesar Chavez Elementary sits in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District, one of the city's most culturally vibrant and tight-knit neighborhoods, known for its murals, taquerias, and strong Latino heritage. The school reflects that community spirit, and families rooted in the Mission who want their kids educated close to home in a neighborhood that feels genuinely alive will find it a natural fit. It's worth noting that academic scores currently sit below state averages, so families prioritizing strong test performance may want to weigh that alongside the school's deep community ties.

Student Demographics

188 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
176 (94%)
African American
5 (3%)
White
3 (2%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners161 (86%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged148 (79%)
Students with Disabilities49 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

397
Enrollment
18.2
Teachers (FTE)
21.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.1
Administrators (FTE)
17.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs10/10 · #23 · 100th percentile

968 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found