SERRA (JUNIPERO) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Serra (Junipero) 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 269 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 13 teachers, Serra (Junipero) 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.

Junipero Serra Elementary School, located in the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, serves a diverse student population from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), the school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive academic environment that emphasizes both social-emotional learning and rigorous core instruction. The school community is known for its strong parent involvement and a culture that values the unique cultural backgrounds of its students, often organizing events that celebrate the neighborhood’s rich heritage.

Academically, the school focuses on creating a well-rounded educational experience that balances foundational skills in literacy and mathematics with arts and enrichment opportunities. Its location near Holly Park provides a unique urban setting where students can engage with the local community. While the school operates within the larger framework of SFUSD’s centralized enrollment and curriculum standards, it maintains a distinct community identity focused on providing equitable access to education for all families in the 94110 area.

For more information, contact Serra (Junipero) Elementary at (415) 695-5685 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.