Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Carmichael (Bessie)/fec 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec's student population of 555 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec 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 Carmichael (Bessie)/fec is 0.79, 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
#8905 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmichael (Bessie)/fec's ranking?
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec is ranked #8905 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmichael (Bessie)/fec?
555 students attend Carmichael (Bessie)/fec.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Carmichael (Bessie)/fec students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmichael (Bessie)/fec?
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmichael (Bessie)/fec offer ?
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Carmichael (Bessie)/fec part of?
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmichael (Bessie)/fec located?
Carmichael (Bessie)/fec is located in the SoMa neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in SoMa.
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