Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are college bound.
School Rankings
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#3132 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School's ranking?
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School is ranked #3132 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School often compared to?
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School?
564 students attend Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School?
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School offer ?
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School part of?
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School located?
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary School is located in the Portola neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Portola.
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