Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Longfellow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Can Make A Difference!
School Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Francisco Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #6250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
466 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Longfellow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Elementary School located?
Longfellow Elementary School is located in the Crocker Amazon neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Crocker Amazon.
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