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MUIR (JOHN) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL


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Muir (John) Elementary School


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GREATSCHOOLS SUMMARY RATING

5/10
Test Scores
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5/10
Academic Progress
average
5/10
Equity
average
Last updated: Dec 20, 2023
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ACADEMICS


ACADEMIC PROGRESS

5/10

Students at this school are making average academic progress from one grade to
the next compared to students at other schools in the state.

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TEST SCORES

5/10
Test scores at this school are about the same as the state average, though still
below the top-performing schools in the state. Because test scores in some
states are so low, many students at this school may not be performing at grade
level.
Math 
In 2022-2023, California tested students using the California Assessment of
Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), administered through the online
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments. These are comprehensive, end-of-year
assessments of grade-level learning that measure progress toward college and
career readiness, and include English language arts/literacy (ELA) and
mathematics, in grades 3-8 and 11.
49%
35%


English 
In 2022-2023, California tested students using the California Assessment of
Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), administered through the online
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments. These are comprehensive, end-of-year
assessments of grade-level learning that measure progress toward college and
career readiness, and include English language arts/literacy (ELA) and
mathematics, in grades 3-8 and 11.
40%
47%


Science 
In 2022-2023, California tested students using the California Science Test
(CAST), an online assessment based on the California Next Generation Science
Standards (CA NGSS). The CAST is administered in grades five and eight and once
to each student while that student is in high school. All students must take the
CAST by the end of grade twelve, but have the option of testing in grade ten or
grade eleven.
9%
30%


State Avg.
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EQUITY


EQUITY OVERVIEW

5/10
Underserved students at this school are performing about as well as other
students in the state, but this school may still have achievement gaps.

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RACE/ETHNICITY

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one year to the next at this school compared to schools with similar proficiency
levels across the state. It's a helpful way to measure how well a school is
helping kids learn and advance.
All students
5/10

Hispanic
(49% of students)
5/10


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LOW-INCOME STUDENTS

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Academic progressTest scores
These ratings show how much students from low-income households improved
academically from one year to the next compared to schools with similar
proficiency levels across the state.
All students
5/10

Low-income
(70% of students)
5/10

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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Discipline & attendanceTest scores
% chronically absent
This shows the percentage of students with disabilities absent for 15 or more
days compared to the state average. High absenteeism rates mean less time for
teaching and learning.
All students 
38%
13%

Students with disabilities 
42%
23%

State Avg.
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STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS

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Hispanic 
49%


Black 
24%


Two or more races 
15%


White 
7%


Asian or Pacific Islander 
3%


Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 
1%


Unspecified 
1%


42%
Students learning English 
This group includes all students classified as English language learners.
70%
Students from low-income families 
The students from low-income families designation is based on the percentage of
students at this school who are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
48%52%
Gender
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TEACHERS & STAFF

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Students per teacher 
The average number of students per full-time teacher at this school; please note
that this is not a reflection of average class size.
16:1
State Avg. 22:1
Students per counselor 
The average number of students per counselor at this school.
259:1
State Avg. 830:1
% of teachers with 3 or more years experience 
The percentage of full-time teachers at this school who have been teaching for 3
or more years.
27%
State Avg. 88%
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School leader
February 09, 2019
I am the current principal at John Muir. This is my 4th year here, and I am
extremely proud of our entire community. The teachers are caring professionals
who collaborate weekly to ensure learning objectives... More 
Homework
This school has an effective approach to homework:
We could work on this. There is very little evidence that homework is beneficial
in elementary school. We want every scholar to read every night 20-30 minutes.
Teachers
Teachers at this school are effective:
My teachers are hardworking and care that ALl their scholars are prepared to be
independent, 21st century learners.
Character
This school develops strong character in its students, like integrity,
compassion and respect:
We use a Restorative Framework to repair harm at Muir. We also teach weekly
socio-emotional skills.
Leadership
Leadership at this school is effective:
I am a work in progress and am committed to being a leader that
Learning Differences
This school effectively supports students with learning differences:
We have many structures in class to support all learners and create lessons
plans that allow many entry points for our scholars.
Bullying
This school effectively deals with bullying:
We expect that children will misbehave because that is human nature, and we use
a Restorative Practices framework to repair harm and proactively build
community.
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Parent / Guardian
February 04, 2019
I know my children are safe and surrounded by people that want them to succeed
as much as I do.
Homework
This school has an effective approach to homework:
Weekly homework packets and regular communication with teachers.
Teachers
Teachers at this school are effective:
Participates in Lesson Study( teachers observing fellow teachers as they
instruct their class in a subject a few times a year) to improve effectiveness.
Character
This school develops strong character in its students, like integrity,
compassion and respect:
There's a different theme each month on these subjects.
Leadership
Leadership at this school is effective:
The principal is very hands on in supporting educators, support staff, students
and families.
Learning Differences
This school effectively supports students with learning differences:
Children are supported, respected and encouraged no matter the learning
differences
Bullying
This school effectively deals with bullying:
The children know and understand that everyone is respected and welcome at Muir
and everyone deserves safety.
5.0

Homework
5.0

Teachers
5.0

Character
5.0

Leadership
5.0

Learning Differences
5.0

Bullying
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Parent / Guardian
May 12, 2014
My partner's 6-year-old daughter is bullied on a daily basis at John Muir and is
really having a hard time despite a plethora of focused efforts on our behalf to
get this insanely important issue addressed.... More 
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Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2014
Mr. Rosenberg is the best out there. He was brought to this school from Starr
King where he left alot of sad parents, and students due to his departure. He is
making sure John Muir is on the right track... More 
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Parent / Guardian
September 05, 2012
Seriously, I don't know HOW they determine the ratings for a school, but John
Muir is being unfairly graded. From where it was five years ago, this school has
made AMAZING progress and offers an excellent... More 
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NEIGHBORHOOD

380 Webster St. San Francisco, CA 94117
School leader: Ms Sara Liebert

(415) 241-6335

(415) 431-9938

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In 2022-2023, California tested students using the California Assessment of
Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), administered through the online
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments. These are comprehensive, end-of-year
assessments of grade-level learning that measure progress toward college and
career readiness, and include English language arts/literacy (ELA) and
mathematics, in grades 3-8 and 11.
In 2022-2023, California tested students using the California Assessment of
Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP), administered through the online
Smarter Balanced Summative Assessments. These are comprehensive, end-of-year
assessments of grade-level learning that measure progress toward college and
career readiness, and include English language arts/literacy (ELA) and
mathematics, in grades 3-8 and 11.
In 2022-2023, California tested students using the California Science Test
(CAST), an online assessment based on the California Next Generation Science
Standards (CA NGSS). The CAST is administered in grades five and eight and once
to each student while that student is in high school. All students must take the
CAST by the end of grade twelve, but have the option of testing in grade ten or
grade eleven.
This group includes all students classified as English language learners.
The students from low-income families designation is based on the percentage of
students at this school who are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
The average number of students per full-time teacher at this school; please note
that this is not a reflection of average class size.
The average number of students per counselor at this school.
The percentage of full-time teachers at this school who have been teaching for 3
or more years.

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