MILK (HARVEY) CIVIL RIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the San Francisco Unified school district, located in San Francisco, CA with about 218 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 11 teachers, Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy (often referred to as Milk Elementary) is a public K-5 school located in the historic Castro District of San Francisco. Named after the pioneering LGBTQ+ activist and former city supervisor Harvey Milk, the school is deeply rooted in values of social justice, inclusivity, and community activism. Its curriculum is designed to reflect the legacy of its namesake, placing a strong emphasis on empathy, diversity, and the importance of advocating for human rights, making it a unique environment within the San Francisco Unified School District.
Beyond its focus on social justice, the school is well-regarded for its tight-knit, inclusive campus culture and strong parental involvement. It offers a well-rounded academic program that encourages students to think critically about their roles as global citizens. The school frequently celebrates its historical significance through community events and projects that honor the history of the neighborhood, fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be themselves while learning to stand up for the rights and dignity of others.
For more information, contact Milk (Harvey) Civil Rights Elementary at (415) 241-6276 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
San Francisco, CA 94114-2415
(415) 241-6276
MILK (HARVEY) CIVIL RIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in San Francisco, CA with about 218 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- San Francisco Unified
- Total Students:
- 218
- Teachers:
- 11
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 218 students
- White
- 40.8%
- Two or more races
- 18.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.4%
- Black or African American
- 15.1%
- Asian
- 6.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 43.1%
- Male
- 56.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.