Serving 199 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Yick Wo Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 199 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 77%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10% in CA
Math Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 50-59% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Yick Wo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yick Wo Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Yick Wo Elementary School is ranked #733 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yick Wo Elementary School often compared to?
Yick Wo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Yick Wo Elementary School?
199 students attend Yick Wo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Yick Wo Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Two or more races, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yick Wo Elementary School?
Yick Wo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yick Wo Elementary School offer ?
Yick Wo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Yick Wo Elementary School part of?
Yick Wo Elementary is a true gem in San Francisco鈥攁 warm, close-knit community where everyone knows and supports one another. The school feels like home, creating a welcoming environment for students and families alike. The dedicated teachers are not only highly accredited but also deeply passionate about their students'' success, fostering a love of learning in a nurturing setting. It''s a special place that embodies the best of what a neighborhood school should be.
- Posted by Parent - Christy
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 199 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 77%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%
Math Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 70-74% (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
: 50-59% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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