PARKER (JEAN) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Parker (Jean) Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the San Francisco Unified school district, located in San Francisco, CA with about 222 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, Parker (Jean) Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Jean Parker Elementary School, located in the historic North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco at 840 Broadway St., is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Situated in a culturally rich and dense urban environment, the school plays a vital role in its community by providing a foundational education to a diverse student body. It is part of the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) and is known for its focus on creating an inclusive learning atmosphere that caters to the unique needs of families living in one of the city's most iconic districts.

The school is noted for its strong emphasis on community engagement and academic development within a supportive, multicultural setting. By leveraging its central location near Chinatown and North Beach, Jean Parker Elementary often integrates its surrounding environment into its curriculum, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and social connection among its students. With a commitment to equity and student success, the school strives to prepare its young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond through a blend of rigorous instruction and holistic social-emotional support.

For more information, contact Parker (Jean) Elementary at (415) 291-7990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.