Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Traditions Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Traditions Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Traditions Elementary School's student population of 254 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful
School Rankings
New Traditions Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Traditions Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#824 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Traditions Elementary School's ranking?
New Traditions Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are New Traditions Elementary School often compared to?
New Traditions Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grattan Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend New Traditions Elementary School?
254 students attend New Traditions Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of New Traditions Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Traditions Elementary School?
New Traditions Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Traditions Elementary School offer ?
New Traditions Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is New Traditions Elementary School part of?
New Traditions Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is New Traditions Elementary School located?
New Traditions Elementary School is located in the Panhandle neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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