FRANCISCO MIDDLE SCHOOL

Francisco Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the San Francisco Unified school district, located in San Francisco, CA with about 584 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 32 teachers, Francisco Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Francisco Middle School, located at 2190 Powell Street in San Francisco’s historic North Beach neighborhood, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), the school is situated in a vibrant, culturally rich area near Fisherman’s Wharf and Telegraph Hill. Because of its location, the school often benefits from the diverse, multi-generational character of the surrounding community, which includes a strong blend of Italian-American heritage and proximity to Chinatown.

The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for a diverse student body. It offers a variety of academic and extracurricular programs designed to prepare students for the transition to high school, often focusing on core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, alongside enrichment activities. Like many schools in the district, Francisco Middle School emphasizes social-emotional learning and community engagement, striving to offer a well-rounded educational experience that reflects the unique urban landscape of San Francisco.

For more information, contact Francisco Middle at (415) 291-7900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.